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Peri-colace Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Docusate sodium 50mg, standardized senna (as sennosides 8.6mg); tabs.
Pharmacological Class
Stool softener + stimulant.
How Supplied
Tabs—10, 30, 60
Manufacturer
Peri-colace Indications
Indications
Constipation.
Peri-colace Dosage and Administration
Adult
2–4 tablets daily.
Children
<2yrs: individualize. 2–5yrs: up to 1 tablet daily. 6–11yrs: 1–2 tablets daily.
Peri-colace Contraindications
Not Applicable
Peri-colace Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Peri-colace Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Discontinue if rectal bleeding or no bowel movement occurs. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
Peri-colace Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Peri-colace Interactions
Interactions
Docusate may increase systemic absorption of mineral oil.
Peri-colace Adverse Reactions
Not Applicable
Peri-colace Clinical Trials
See Literature
Peri-colace Note
Not Applicable
Peri-colace Patient Counseling
See Literature
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