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Docusate Sodium

National Vitamin Company

Docusate Sodium, USP Stool Softener


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FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

Active ingredient (in each softgel)

Docusate Sodium 250 mg

Purpose

Stool Softener

Keep Out of Reach of Children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Docusate Sodium Uses

  • For the relief of occasional constipation.
  • Helps to prevent dry, hard stools.
  • This product generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours.

Warnings

Do not use:

  • If you are currently taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor.
  • When abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present.
  • For longer than one week unless directed by a doctor.

Ask a doctor before use

if you notice a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of two weeks.

Stop use and ask a doctor

if you have rectal bleeding or you fail to have a bowel movement after use.

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a healthcare professional before use.

Directions

Adults and Children over 12 years of age Take orally 1 softgel preferably at bedtime for
2-3 days or until bowel movements are normal, or as directed by a doctor.
Children under 12 years of age Do not use this product for children under 12 years of age, unless directed by a doctor.

Other Information

  • Each softgel contains 13 mg of Sodium.
  • Keep lid tightly closed.
  • Store at room temperature between 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F).
  • Do not use if printed seal under cap is broken or missing.
  • For identification purposes, each softgel will have an imprint that reads NV12.

Inactive ingredients

FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #6, Gelatin, Glycerin, Ink (Edible), Polyethylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water, Sorbitol

Questions

Call 1 (800) 682-9862

Package/Label Principal Display Panel

NDC 54629-601-01
Life-Line®
Docusate Sodium, USP
Stool Softener
250 mg Each
100 Softgels

Manufactured and Distributed by
National Vitamin Company
Casa Grande, AZ 85122

Docusate Sodium
Bottle Label

Docusate Sodium

Docusate Sodium CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED

Product Information

Product Type Human otc drug label Item Code (Source) NDC:54629-601
Route of Administration ORAL DEA Schedule

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety

Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength
DOCUSATE SODIUM DOCUSATE 250 mg

Inactive Ingredients

Ingredient Name Strength
FD&C RED NO. 40
FD&C YELLOW NO. 6
GELATIN
GLYCERIN
POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 1000
propylene glycol
water
sorbitol

Product Characteristics

Color Size Imprint Code Shape
RED 20 mm NV12 OVAL

Packaging

# Item Code Package Description Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
1 NDC:54629-601-01 100 in 1 BOTTLE
2 NDC:54629-601-99 1000 in 1 BOTTLE

Marketing Information

Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
part part334 2000-05-01


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