Docusate Sodium

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Do Not Use

(if you are currently taking mineral oil, unless directed to do so by a doctor (when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present (for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor

Ask a Doctor before use if you

Notice a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks

Stop Use and ask a doctor if you

(have a rectal bleeding (fail to have a bowel movement occur after use (You may report side effects to 1-888-952-0050

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

Ask a health professional before use.

Keep Out of Reach of Children

In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately

Do Not Use

(if you are currently taking mineral oil, unless directed to do so by a doctor (when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present (for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor

Ask a Doctor before use if you

Notice a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks

Stop Use and ask a doctor if you

(have a rectal bleeding (fail to have a bowel movement occur after use (You may report side effects to 1-888-952-0050

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Uses

(for the prevention of dry, hard stools (for relief of occasional constipation. This product generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours.

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Docusate Sodium Manufacturers

Aiping Pharmaceutical, Inc.

Docusate Sodium | Aiping Pharmaceutical, Inc.

(Adults and children 12 years and over: take 1-3 capsules, preferably at bedtime

(Children 2 to under 12 years of age: take 1 capsule at bedtime

(Children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor

No Recall
Aiping Pharmaceutical, Inc.

Docusate Sodium | Vivier Pharma Inc

Apply to clean, dry skin, liberally and evenly 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply at least every 2 hours or as needed after towel drying, perspiring heavily or washing. For use on children less than 6 months of age, consult a healthcare practitioner. Use a water resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating.

No Recall
J.p. Business Enterprise

Docusate Sodium | J.p. Business Enterprise

take with a glass of water adults and children 12 years of age and over take 1 to 3 softgels daily. This dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses. children 2 to under 12 years of age take 1 softgel daily children under 2 years of age consult a physician

No Recall
Cardinal Health

Docusate Sodium | Cardinal Health

As directed by a physician or once daily as follows: Adults and children 12 years of age and over: oral dosage is 5 to 20 mL (1 to 4 teaspoonfuls). Children 6 to under 12 years of age: oral dosage is 5 to 10 mL (1 to 2 teaspoonfuls). Children 3 to under 6 years of age: oral dosage is 2.5 to 5 mL (1⁄2 to 1 teaspoonful). Children under 3 years of age: consult a physician. The higher doses are recommended for initial therapy. Dosage should be adjusted to individual response. If desired, the product may be administered in a 6 to 8 oz glass of milk or fruit juice or in infant formula to mask the bitter taste.

No Recall
Spirit Pharmaceuticals,llc

Docusate Sodium | Spirit Pharmaceuticals,llc

Take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses. adults and children 12 years and over take 1-3 capsules daily children 2 to under 12 years of age take 1 capsule daily children under 2 years ask a doctor

No Recall
Contract Pharmacy Services-pa

Docusate Sodium | Contract Pharmacy Services-pa

There is currently no dosage information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Pharbest Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Docusate Sodium | Pharbest Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

do not exceed recommended dose adults and children over 12 years
take 1-2 softgels daily until first bowel movement; 1 softgel daily thereafter
children 6 to 12 years
take 1 softgel daily
children under 6 years
consult a doctor

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Mckesson Packaging Services Business Unit Of Mckesson Corporation

Docusate Sodium | Mckesson Packaging Services Business Unit Of Mckesson Corporation

Adults and children 12 years of age and over. Take 1 to 3 softgels daily.

Children 2 to under 12 years. Take 1 softgel daily.

Children under 2 years ask a doctor.

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Rebel Distributors Corp

Docusate Sodium | Rebel Distributors Corp

Adults and children 12 years and older: take 1-2 softgels daily until first bowel movement; 1 softgel daily thereafter, or as directed by a doctor.

Children under 12: consult a doctor.

Do not exceed recommended dose.

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Contract Pharmacy Services-pa

Docusate Sodium | Contract Pharmacy Services-pa

do not exceed recommended dose adults and children over 12 years
take 1-2 softgels daily until first bowel movement; 1 softgel daily thereafter
children 6 to 12 years
take 1 softgel daily
children under 6 years
consult a doctor

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Cardinal Health

Docusate Sodium | Cardinal Health

Adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 1 softgel daily or as directed by a doctor Children under 12 years of age: take as directed by a doctor

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Cardinal Health

Docusate Sodium | Cardinal Health

Adults and children 12 years of age and over. Take 1 to 3 softgels daily. Children 6 to under 12 years. Take 1 softgel daily. Children under 6 years consult a doctor.

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Sda Laboratories, Inc.

Docusate Sodium | Sda Laboratories, Inc.

doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses
adults and children 12 years and over
take 1 to 3 softgels daily
children 2 to under 12 years of age
take 1 softgel daily
children under 2 years
ask a doctor

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American Health Packaging

Docusate Sodium | American Health Packaging

Adults and children over 12 years of age: Take orally 1 to 2 softgels at bedtime for 2-3 days or until bowel movements are normal, or as directed by a doctor. Children 6-12 years of age: Take orally softgels at bedtime for 2-3 days or until bowel movements are normal, or as directed by a doctor. Children under 6 years of age: Do not us this product for children under 6 years of age, unless directed by a doctor.

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Physicians Total Care, Inc.

Docusate Sodium | Physicians Total Care, Inc.

may be taken once daily or in divided doses give dose in 1/2 glass of milk, fruit juice or infant formula to mask bitter taste and prevent throat irritation adults and children over 12 1 to 7 teaspoons children 2 to under 12 1 to 3 teaspoons children under 2 ask a doctor

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Gemini Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Dba Ondra Pharmaceuticals

Docusate Sodium | Gemini Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Dba Ondra Pharmaceuticals

Adults and children 12 years of age and older: Take 1 tablet as needed, not to exceed more than 3 tablets daily, or as directed by a doctor.
Children under 12 years of age: Consult a doctor before use.

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Cypress Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Docusate Sodium | Cypress Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Adults and Children
over 12 years of age
Take only 1 to 2 softgels preferably at bedtime for 2-3 days or
until bowel movements are normal, or as directed by a doctor.
Children 6 to 12
years of age
Take only 1 softgel preferably at bedtime for 2-3 days or until
bowel movements are normal, or as directed by a doctor.
Children under6
years of age
Do not use this product for children under 6 years of age
unless directed by a doctor.

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Unit Dose Services

Docusate Sodium | Unit Dose Services

doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses
adults and children 12 years and over
take 1 to 3 softgels daily
children 2 to under 12 years of age
take 1 softgel daily
children under 2 years
ask a doctor

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National Vitamin Company

Docusate Sodium | National Vitamin Company

Adults and Children over 12 years of age Take orally 1 to 2 softgels preferably at bedtime for
2-3 days or until bowel movements are normal, or as directed by a doctor. Children 6 to 12 years of age Take orally 1 softgel preferably at bedtime for
2-3 days or until bowel movements are normal, or as directed by a doctor. Children under 6 years of age Do not use this product for children under 6 years of age, unless directed by a doctor.

No Recall
National Vitamin Company

Docusate Sodium | National Vitamin Company

Adults and Children over 12 years of age Take orally 1 softgel preferably at bedtime for
2-3 days or until bowel movements are normal, or as directed by a doctor. Children under 12 years of age Do not use this product for children under 12 years of age, unless directed by a doctor.

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A&z Pharmaceutical, Inc.

Docusate Sodium | A&z Pharmaceutical, Inc.

(Adults and children 12 years and over: take 1-3 capsules, preferably at bedtime

(Children 2 to under 12 years of age: take 1 capsule at bedtime

(Children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor

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Bryant Ranch Prepack

Docusate Sodium | Bryant Ranch Prepack

do not exceed recommended dose adults and children over 12 years
take 1-2 softgels daily until first bowel movement; 1 softgel daily thereafter
children 6 to 12 years
take 1 softgel daily
children under 6 years
consult a doctor

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Ncs Healthcare Of Ky, Inc Dba Vangard Labs

Docusate Sodium | Ncs Healthcare Of Ky, Inc Dba Vangard Labs

adults and children over 12 years of age: take 1 to 3 softgels preferably at bedtime
children 6- 12 years of age: take 1 softgel at bedtime

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Rij Pharmaceutical Corporation

Docusate Sodium | Rij Pharmaceutical Corporation

follow dosing directions below or take as directed by doctor must be given in a 6 to 8 oz glass of milk or fruit juice to prevent throat irritation may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses take maximum dose daily until first bowel movement, dosage should then be reduced according to individual response do not exceed recommended dose shake well before using
Adults and children 12 years and over
1 to 4 teaspoons (50 to 200 mg)
Children under 12 years of age
ask a doctor

1 teaspoon = 5 mL

TAMPER EVIDENT: Do not use if breakaway band on cap is broken or missing.

Other information
Store at room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F) protect from excessive heat Keep tightly closed Dispense in tight, light resistant container as defined in the USP each teaspoon (5 mL) contains: sodium 15 mg

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Humanwell Puracap Pharmaceutical (Wuhan), Ltd.

Docusate Sodium | Humanwell Puracap Pharmaceutical (wuhan), Ltd.

take with a glass of water

Adults and children 12 years and over

1 to 3 softgels daily. This dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.

Children 2 to under 12 years of age

1 softgel daily

children under 2 years of age

ask a doctor

No Recall
Llc Federal Solutions

Docusate Sodium | Llc Federal Solutions

Directions
may be taken once daily or in divided doses give dose in 1/2 glass of milk, fruit juice or infant formula to mask bitter taste and prevent throat irritation
adults and children over 12       5 to 35 mL (1 to 7 teaspoons)
children 6 to under 12          5 to 15 mL (1 to 3 teaspoons)
children 2 to under 6                                2.5 to 5 mL (1/2 to 1 teaspoon)
children under 2                                   ask a doctor

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Liberty Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Docusate Sodium | Liberty Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses
adults and children 12 years and over
take 1 to 3 softgels daily
children 2 to under 12 years of age
take 1 softgel daily
children under 2 years
ask a doctor

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Ncs Healthcare Of Ky, Inc Dba Vangard Labs

Docusate Sodium | Ncs Healthcare Of Ky, Inc Dba Vangard Labs

• adults and children over 12 years of age and over: take 1 softgel daily or as directed by a doctor

• children under 12 years of age: take as directed by a doctor

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Mckesson Packaging Services Business Unit Of Mckesson Corporation

Docusate Sodium | Mckesson Packaging Services Business Unit Of Mckesson Corporation

• Adults and children over 12 years of age: take 1-2 capsules, preferably at bedtime • Children 6-12 years of age: take 1 capsule at bedtime

No Recall
Direct Rx

Docusate Sodium | Alternative Pharmacy

10 drops orally, 3 times a day or as directed by a health care professional. Consult a physician for use in children under 12 years of age.

No Recall
Cardinal Health

Docusate Sodium | Cardinal Health

• Adults and children over 12 years of age: take 1-2 capsules, preferably at bedtime • Children 6-12 years of age: take 1 capsule at bedtime

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Perrigo New York Inc

Docusate Sodium | Perrigo New York Inc

• Take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.
adults and children 12 years and over

take 1 - 3 softgels daily

children 2 to under 12 years of age

take 1 softgel daily

children under 2 years

ask a doctor

No Recall
Pharmaceutical Associates, Inc.

Docusate Sodium | Pharmaceutical Associates, Inc.

As directed by a physician or once daily as follows: Adults and children 12 years of age and over: oral dosage is 5 to 20 mL (1 to 4 teaspoonfuls). Children 6 to under 12 years of age: oral dosage is 5 to 10 mL (1 to 2 teaspoonfuls). Children 3 to under 6 years of age: oral dosage is 2.5 to 5 mL (1⁄2 to 1 teaspoonful). Children under 3 years of age: consult a physician. The higher doses are recommended for initial therapy. Dosage should be adjusted to individual response. If desired, the product may be administered in a 6 to 8 oz glass of milk or fruit juice or in infant formula to mask the bitter taste.

No Recall
Safecor Health, Llc

Docusate Sodium | Safecor Health, Llc

Adults and Children over 12 years of age

Take orally 1 softgel preferably at bedtime for
2-3 days or until bowel movements are normal, or as directed by a doctor.

Children under 12 years of age

Do not use this product for children under 12 years of age, unless directed by a doctor.

No Recall
Safecor Health, Llc

Docusate Sodium | Safecor Health, Llc

Adults and Children over 12 years of age

Take orally 1 to 2 softgels preferably at bedtime for
2-3 days or until bowel movements are normal, or as directed by a doctor.

Children 6 to 12 years of age

Take orally 1 softgel preferably at bedtime for
2-3 days or until bowel movements are normal, or as directed by a doctor.

Children under 6 years of age

Do not use this product for children under 6 years of age, unless directed by a doctor.

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Direct Rx

Docusate Sodium | Direct Rx

doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses

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Proficient Rx Lp

Docusate Sodium | Proficient Rx Lp

• doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses

adults and children 12 years and over

take 1 to 3 softgels daily

children 2 to under 12 years of age

take 1 softgel daily

children under 2 years

ask a doctor

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