Stool Softener Laxative

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Brand name
Stool Softener Laxative
Generic name
DOCUSATE SODIUM
Manufacturer
P & L Development, LLC
Product type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
SPL set ID
1f6c3b64-0fcd-4cd3-9947-453d79468292
SPL ID
2bf010da-84d5-4c89-85a5-7a5ddcf437ac
Version
6
Effective date
2026-01-19
Source export date
2026-10-12
Source partition
8
Source file
https://download.open.fda.gov/drug/label/drug-label-0008-of-0014.json.zip
Source object key
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Source manifest SHA-256
7e6b178df8f32cac9a78e0f5d09c588344509b04fe41effb1dde9102e2a45be6
Import run
20261013T011858Z
Imported at
2026-10-13 02:13:09
Harmonized routes table
Harmonized routes
ORAL

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warnings

Warnings Do not use if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless told to do 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 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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