Generic name: docusate sodium
Dosage form: oral syrup
Drug class: Laxatives
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 24, 2021.
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Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each teaspoonful(5 mL)) Purpose
Docusate 20 mg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stool Softener
Uses
- helps stool soft for easy, natural passage
- for constipation due to hard stools
- for maximum ease of stool passage in painful anorectal conditions, in cardiac and other conditions
Warnings
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 over 12 years |
1 to 3 tablespoonfuls |
Children 12 to under 6 years |
2 teaspoonfuls |
children under 6 years |
Ask a doctor |
Other information
Store at room temperature. Protect from freezing.
Dispense in a tight container as described in official compendia.
Inactive ingredients
alcohol(not more than 1%), citric acid, D&C red no. 33, FD&C red no.6, glycerin, flavor, methylparaben, sodium benzoate, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium citrate, sucrose.
Manufactured for:Qualitest Pharmaceuticals
130 Vintage Drive
Huntsville, AL 35811
USA
DOCQLACE docusate sodium syrup |
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Labeler - Qualitest Pharmaceuticals (011103059) |
Registrant - Silarx Pharmaceuticals, Inc (161630033) |
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