Stool Softener Laxative

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Brand name
Stool Softener Laxative
Generic name
DOCUSATE SODIUM
Manufacturer
Care One (Retail Business Services, LLC.)
Product type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
SPL set ID
a1ea0993-2d23-44e3-bc72-e4bf497ab723
SPL ID
bdd95684-dbf1-42c2-8184-fa7982904fa6
Version
2
Effective date
2024-03-05
Source export date
2026-09-28
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
cd2e66336a5cd2223fa3995098fdbdb84c6a7ee5c0a4addb236ccb22dd1e6887
Import run
20260929T050834Z
Imported at
2026-09-29 05:53:15
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 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 using a laxative. These could be a sign of a serious condition. you need to use a stool softener 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 (1-800-2222-1222) right away.

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