Docusate/Senna Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 7, 2023.
Applies to the following strengths: 50 mg-8.6 mg; 65 mg-10 mg
Usual Adult Dose for:
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Constipation - Acute
2 to 4 tablets orally daily in divided doses or as a single daily dose preferably in the evening
Usual Pediatric Dose for Constipation - Acute
2 to 6 years: up to 1 tablet daily
6 to 12 years: 1 to 2 tablets daily
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
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Precautions
Docusate-senna should generally not be used for the treatment of chronic constipation or a period greater than one week, unless otherwise directed by a physician. Rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after senna use may indicate a serious underlying gastrointestinal condition, and warrants discontinuation of therapy and evaluation.
Dialysis
Data not available
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