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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 Type	HUMAN OTC DRUG	Item Code (Source)	NDC:41167-6100
Route of Administration	ORAL	DEA Schedule

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name	Basis of Strength	Strength
DOCUSATE CALCIUM (DOCUSATE)	DOCUSATE CALCIUM	240 mg

Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name	Strength
FD&C BLUE NO. 1
CORN OIL
GELATIN
GLYCERIN
Polyvinyl Acetate Phthalate
PROPYLENE GLYCOL
FD&C RED NO. 40
SORBITOL
TITANIUM DIOXIDE

Product Characteristics
Color	RED	Score	no score
Shape	OVAL	Size	20mm
Flavor		Imprint Code	Surfak
Contains

Packaging
#	Item Code	Package Description
1	NDC:41167-6100-6	1 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON
1		10 CAPSULE, GELATIN COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK
2	NDC:41167-6100-2	3 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON
2		10 CAPSULE, GELATIN COATED in 1 BLISTER PACK
3	NDC:41167-6100-3	100 CAPSULE, GELATIN COATED in 1 BOTTLE

Marketing Information
Marketing Category	Application Number or Monograph Citation	Marketing Start Date	Marketing End Date
OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINAL	part334	01/01/2009	12/07/2017

Labeler - Chattem, Inc. (003336013)

Revised: 01/2009

Document Id: 58326a5f-ac21-40b2-90b4-850a6e5a07d1

Set id: f2ea1d6b-fce6-40b4-9c06-48ca40323e01

Version: 4

Effective Time: 20090101

Chattem, Inc.

Further information

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

Medical Disclaimer

Surfak Stool Softener

Further information

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