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STOOL SOFTENER

EQUATE (Walmart Stores, Inc.)

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FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

Active ingredient (in each softgel)

Docusate sodium 250 mg

Purpose

Stool softener laxative

STOOL SOFTENER Uses

  • for the prevention of dry, hard stools
  • for relief of occasional constipation
  • this product generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours

Warnings

Do not use

if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless directed 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 right away.

  • adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 1 softgel daily or as directed by a doctor
  • children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor

STOOL SOFTENER Other information

  • each softgel contains: sodium 15 mg
  • store at 20º-25ºC (68º-77ºF); excursions permitted between 15º-30ºC (59º-86ºF)

Inactive ingredients​

edible white ink, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol*, purified water, sorbitol special

*may contain this ingredient

Questions or comments?

Call 1-888-287-1915

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Compare to Colace® Stool Softener Active Ingredient**

Extra Strength Stool Softener

Docusate Sodium, 250 mg

  • Relieves Constipation
  • Gentle and effective
  • Stimulant free for comfortable relief

250 mg

Softgels

Distributed by: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Bentonville, AR 72716

**This product is not manufactured or distributed by Purdue Products L.P., owner of the registered trademark Colace®

.DO NOT USE IF IMPRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.

Package Label

STOOL SOFTENER
Equate Extra Strength Stool Softener Softgel

STOOL SOFTENER

DOCUSATE SODIUM CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED

Product Information

Product Type Human otc drug label Item Code (Source) NDC:49035-258
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 GLYCOLS
propylene glycol
water
sorbitol

Product Characteristics

Color Size Imprint Code Shape
ORANGE 20 mm P20;SCU1;SCU CAPSULE

Packaging

# Item Code Package Description Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
1 NDC:49035-258-14 140 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC

Marketing Information

Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
part part334 2014-04-30


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