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Pedia-lax Liquid Stool Softener Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Docusate sodium 50mg; per 15mL; fruit punch-flavored; contains sodium 13mg/15mL.
Pharmacological Class
Stool softener.
How Supplied
Liq—4oz
Manufacturer
Pedia-lax Liquid Stool Softener Indications
Indications
Prevention of dry, hard stools. Occasional constipation.
Pedia-lax Liquid Stool Softener Dosage and Administration
Children
<2yrs: not recommended. Mix liq in 6–8oz of milk or juice. 2–11yrs: 50mg–150mg daily; may be given as a single dose or in divided doses. Max 150mg/day. Results usually within 12–72 hrs; reevaluate if ineffective.
Pedia-lax Liquid Stool Softener Contraindications
Not Applicable
Pedia-lax Liquid Stool Softener Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Pedia-lax Liquid Stool Softener Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Discontinue if rectal bleeding or no bowel movement occurs.
Pedia-lax Liquid Stool Softener Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Pedia-lax Liquid Stool Softener Interactions
Interactions
Concurrent mineral oil use: not recommended.
Pedia-lax Liquid Stool Softener Adverse Reactions
Not Applicable
Pedia-lax Liquid Stool Softener Clinical Trials
See Literature
Pedia-lax Liquid Stool Softener Note
Not Applicable
Pedia-lax Liquid Stool Softener Patient Counseling
See Literature
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