Docusate Calcium
Geri-Care Pharmaceutical Corp
Geri-Care Pharmaceutical Corp
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- Active ingredient (in each softgel)
- Purpose
- Docusate Calcium Uses
- Warnings
- Directions
- Docusate Calcium Other information
- Inactive ingredients
- package Label
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Active ingredient (in each softgel)
Docusate Calcium 240 mg
Purpose
Stool Softener Laxative
Docusate Calcium Uses
• relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
• generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Warnings
Ask a doctor before use if you
• have stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting
• have a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks
• are presently taking mineral oil
Stop use and ask a doctor if
• you need to use a laxative longer than 1 week
• you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement.
These could be signs of a serious condition.
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.
Directions
- adults and children
12 years of age and over: take 1 softgel, or as recommended by your physican
- children under 12: consult a doctor
- do not exceed recommended dose
Docusate Calcium Other information
• store at room temperature, 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
• Package not child resistant
• Product from USA or Canada
Inactive ingredients
Corn Oil, D and C Red no.33, FD and C Blue no.1, FD and C Red no.40, Gelatin, Glycerin, Sorbitol Special, Water. May also contain edible ink and Mannitol.
package Label
GERICARE
NDC 57896-424-01
Docusate Calcium
Stool Softener
100 softgels
240 mg each
Compare to active ingredient in surfak*
Docusate CalciumStool Softener CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
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