Indications and uses
For the relief of occasional constipation. This product generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours.
Preferred Stool Softener
- Manufacturer
- Reese Pharmaceutical Co | Swiss Caps Romania
- Effective date
- 2024-12-18
- Label type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
- Version
- 4
- Source
- full-release
- Hydrated at
- 2026-06-01 00:44:35
Label at a glance#
ProductPreferred Stool Softener
Active ingredientDOCUSATE CALCIUM
Label structure12 sections
Dosage and administration
Adults and Children over 12 years of age Take orally 1 softgel daily for 2 to 3 days or until bowl 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.
Contacts and useful links#
Label contents#
Full prescribing information#
Active ingredient
Docusate Calcium 240 mg
Purpose
Stool Softener
Uses
- For the relief of occasional constipation.
- This product generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours.
Warnings: Do not use
- If you are currently taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor.
- When abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present.
- For longer than one week unless directed by a doctor.
Ask a Doctor Before Use
■ 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.
- You fail to have a bowel movement after use.
If Pregnant or Breast Feeding
Ask a healthcare professional before use.
Keep Out of Reach of Children.
In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
Adults and Children over 12 years of age
Take orally 1 softgel daily for 2 to 3 days or until bowl 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.
Other Information
- Store at room temperature between 15ºC to 25ºC (59ºF to 77ºF).
- Do not use if either seal is broken or missing.
Inactive Ingredients
FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #40, Gelatin, Glycerin, Sorbitol Special.
Package/Label Principal Display Panel
DailyMed RxNorm Mappings#
DailyMed Package Descriptions#
| Package NDC | Product | Description | Form | Quantity | Strength | SPL version |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10956-891-00 | Preferred Stool Softener | 100 in 1 BOTTLE | CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED | 100 | 4 |
DailyMed Dashboard NDC Coverage#
Products#
Every source-derived product name is available through these pages.
- Preferred Stool Softener
- Docusate Calcium
- GELATIN
- GLYCERIN
- SORBITOL
- WATER
- FD&C BLUE NO. 1
- FD&C RED NO. 40
- DOCUSATE
NDC Codes#
| Product NDC | Package NDC |
|---|---|
| 10956-891 | 10956-891-00 |
Ingredients#
Every source-derived ingredient row is available through these pages.
| Name | UNII | Kind |
|---|---|---|
| GELATIN | 2G86QN327L | IACT |
| GLYCERIN | PDC6A3C0OX | IACT |
| SORBITOL | 506T60A25R | IACT |
| WATER | 059QF0KO0R | IACT |
| FD&C BLUE NO. 1 | H3R47K3TBD | IACT |
| FD&C RED NO. 40 | WZB9127XOA | IACT |
| DOCUSATE CALCIUM | 6K7YS503HC | ACTIB |
Source Document#
openFDA label cross-check#
OpenFDA label data provides additional search and identifier links. DailyMed’s Structured Product Label is the canonical label on FDA.report. Matching records are deduplicated before they are shown below.
| Brand | Generic | Manufacturer | SPL set ID | Effective date | Available safety fields | Join |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred Stool Softener | DOCUSATE CALCIUM | Reese Pharmaceutical Co | 3b481b74-5683-466f-ad74-3da63279ce91 | 2024-12-18 | Warnings | 10956-891-00 10956-891 10956089100 487404c3-d436-4a40-bc6b-4a01e374b5cc 3b481b74-5683-466f-ad74-3da63279ce91 |
Reported adverse events (FAERS/openFDA)#
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