Docusate Side Effects

Brand Names: Diocto, Enemeez Mini, Therevac-SB

Please note - some side effects for Docusate may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).

Side Effects of Docusate - for the consumer

Docusate/Sennosides

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. When used in small doses, no COMMON side effects have been reported with Docusate/Sennosides. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Docusate/Sennosides:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry stools; severe stomach pain.

Docusate

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Docusate:

Bitter taste; bloating; cramping; diarrhea; gas; irritation around the rectum; throat irritation.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue) fainting; nausea; vomiting.

Docusate Enema

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Docusate Enema:

Anal irritation; diarrhea; gas; nausea; stomach cramps.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); continuing constipation; dizziness; rectal bleeding; vomiting; weakness.

Docusate Liquid

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Docusate Liquid:

Bitter taste; cramping; diarrhea; nausea; throat irritation.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

Docusate Syrup

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Docusate Syrup:

Bitter taste; cramping; diarrhea; nausea; throat irritation.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bloody stools.

More resources:

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Diocto Liquid

Enemeez Mini Enema

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Docusate - Includes detailed dosage instructions.

Therevac-SB Rectal - Includes detailed dosage instructions.

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