Docusate Sodium

openFDA label record#

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Brand name
Docusate Sodium
Generic name
DOCUSATE SODIUM
Manufacturer
Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Product type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
SPL set ID
4e30b602-1ac2-48e6-a8b0-fd1dc97a3f48
SPL ID
4229d52a-e957-4ea0-878c-31c6d9010ecd
Version
3
Effective date
2026-04-08
Source export date
2026-09-28
Source partition
2
Source file
https://download.open.fda.gov/drug/label/drug-label-0002-of-0014.json.zip
Source object key
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Source manifest SHA-256
cd2e66336a5cd2223fa3995098fdbdb84c6a7ee5c0a4addb236ccb22dd1e6887
Import run
20260929T050834Z
Imported at
2026-09-29 05:15:07
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 Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other drug. Take this product two or more hours before or after other drugs. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work. When using this product do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dosage in a 24-hour period 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 right away. (1-800-222-1222)

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