Stool Softener Laxative

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Brand name
Stool Softener Laxative
Generic name
DOCUSATE SODIUM
Manufacturer
Meijer Distribution Inc.
Product type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
SPL set ID
81edf0d8-b6f3-4b3a-85db-0108160756b1
SPL ID
17d2a29c-b39d-432a-bdea-bced384b6fbf
Version
5
Effective date
2026-01-28
Source export date
2026-09-28
Source partition
4
Source file
https://download.open.fda.gov/drug/label/drug-label-0004-of-0014.json.zip
Source object key
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Source manifest SHA-256
cd2e66336a5cd2223fa3995098fdbdb84c6a7ee5c0a4addb236ccb22dd1e6887
Import run
20260929T050834Z
Imported at
2026-09-29 05:25:51
Harmonized routes table
Harmonized routes
ORAL

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warnings

Warnings Do not use if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless told so by a doctor. Ask a doctor before use if you have 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 or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition. you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health care professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

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