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FDA LABEL
GENERIC: Docusate MFR: Major Pharmaceuticals
Doss Sodium 10 Mg/ml Oral Solution
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Active Ingredient
(in each 5 mL)
Docusate sodium 100 mg
Purpose
Stool softener
Uses
- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
- generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Warnings
Do not use
- if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless told to do so by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- stomach pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition.
- you need to use a stool softener laxative for more than 1 week
- rash occurs
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
- Dose once daily
- take with 6 to 8 oz of milk, juice or infant formula to mask the bitter taste.
| adults and children 12 years and older | 5 to 20 mL (1 to 4 teaspoonfuls) |
| children 6 to under 12 years of age | 5 to 10 mL (1 to 2 teaspoonfuls) |
| children 3 to under 6 years of age | 2.5 to 5 mL (1/2 to 1 teaspoonful) |
| children under 3 years | ask a doctor |
Other information
- Sodium content: 14 mg/5 mL
- Store at controlled room temperature, 20º to 25ºC (68º to 77ºF)
- Protect from freezing
- Protect from light
- Clear pink to purple colored, cherry-vanilla flavored liquid supplied in the following
NDC 0904-7279-66: 10 mL unit dose cup, in a tray of ten cups.
Inactive Ingredients:
artificial cherry vanilla flavoring, citric acid anhydrous, D&C Red No. 33, glycerin, methylparaben, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, saccharin sodium, sodium citrate, and sorbitol
Questions or comments?
Call 1-800-845-8210
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MAJOR® PHARMACEUTICALS
Indianapolis, IN 46268
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NDC 0904-7279-66
Docusate Sodium Liquid
100 mg/10 mL
Stool Softener Laxative
F0935C100622