GC DOCUSATE SYRUP

Docusate Sodium 60 mg

Stool Softener

• prevents / relieves dry hard stool
• results usually occur 1 to 3 days after the first dose

Do not use

• when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present
• for more than one week unless directed by a doctor

Ask a doctor before use if you

• ​are taking mineral oil
• have noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• you have no bowel movement within 3 days
• you have rectal bleeding
• these could be signs of a serious condition
• a skin rash occurs
• you experience throat irritation

If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately

• 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 daily dose until first bowel movement, then reduce dose according to individual response
• do not exceed recommended dose
  • shake well before using

1 tablespoon = 15 mL

• 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
• For institutional use only
• Each teaspoon (5 mL) contains sodium: 14mg.

citric acid, D&C Red #33, FD&C Red#40, flavors, glycerin, propylene glycol, water, sodium citrate, sodium saccharin, sodium benzoate, sorbitol.

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