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Surfak Stool Softener

Dosage form: capsule, gelatin coated
Ingredients: DOCUSATE CALCIUM 240mg
Labeler: Chattem, Inc.
NDC code: 41167-6100

Surfak Stool Softener Original Formula

Drug Facts

Active ingredient

(in each softgel)

Docusate calcium 240 mg

Purpose

Stool softener laxative

Uses
  • relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
  • generally produces a bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours

Warnings

Do not use
  • when stomach pain, nausea or vomiting are present unless directed by a doctor

Ask a doctor before use if you have
  • stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
  • a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use

if you are presently taking mineral oil

Stop use and ask a doctor if
  • you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use. These could be signs of a serious condition.
  • you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions
  • adults and children 12 years of age or over: one softgel daily
  • children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor

Other information
  • protect from heat, humidity and light

Inactive ingredients

blue 1, corn oil, gelatin, glycerin, polyvinyl acetate phthalate, propylene glycol, red 40, sorbitol, titanium dioxide (245-198)

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Formerly Kaopectate® Stool Softener
Surfak® Stool Softener original formula
10 SoftGels 240 mg docusate calcium per softgel

SURFAK STOOL SOFTENER 
docusate calcium capsule, gelatin coated
Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:41167-6100
Route of AdministrationORALDEA Schedule    
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
DOCUSATE CALCIUM (DOCUSATE) DOCUSATE CALCIUM240 mg
Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient NameStrength
FD&C BLUE NO. 1 
CORN OIL 
GELATIN 
GLYCERIN 
Polyvinyl Acetate Phthalate 
PROPYLENE GLYCOL 
FD&C RED NO. 40 
SORBITOL 
TITANIUM DIOXIDE 
Product Characteristics
ColorREDScoreno score
ShapeOVALSize20mm
FlavorImprint CodeSurfak
Contains    
Packaging
#Item CodePackage Description
1NDC:41167-6100-61 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON
110 CAPSULE, GELATIN COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK
2NDC:41167-6100-23 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON
210 CAPSULE, GELATIN COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK
3NDC:41167-6100-3100 CAPSULE, GELATIN COATED in 1 BOTTLE
Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINALpart33401/01/200912/07/2017
Labeler - Chattem, Inc. (003336013)

Revised: 01/2009
 
Chattem, Inc.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.