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Docusate Sodium Liquid Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Docusate sodium 10mg/mL.
Pharmacological Class
Stool softener.
See Also
How Supplied
Caps 50mg—28; 100mg—10, 30, 60; Liquid—contact supplier
Manufacturer
Docusate Sodium Liquid Indications
Indications
Stool softener.
Docusate Sodium Liquid Dosage and Administration
Adult
Mix liq in 6–8oz of milk or juice. 50mg–150mg once or twice daily.
Children
Mix liq in 6–8oz of milk, juice or formula. <2yrs: individualize. 2–11yrs: 50mg–150mg once daily.
Docusate Sodium Liquid Contraindications
Not Applicable
Docusate Sodium Liquid Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Docusate Sodium Liquid Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Discontinue if rectal bleeding or no bowel movement occurs. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
Docusate Sodium Liquid Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Docusate Sodium Liquid Interactions
Interactions
May increase systemic absorption of mineral oil.
Docusate Sodium Liquid Adverse Reactions
Not Applicable
Docusate Sodium Liquid Clinical Trials
See Literature
Docusate Sodium Liquid Note
Not Applicable
Docusate Sodium Liquid Patient Counseling
See Literature
