Docusate Sodium softgels 50mg (Dye Free)
Docusate Sodium · Capsule, Liquid Filled · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredient (in each softgel) Docusate sodium USP 50 mg
Purpose
Purpose Stool softener
Uses
Uses relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
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 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 stool softener 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).
Do not use
Do not use if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless told to do so by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use
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
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 stool softener laxative for more than 1 week
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
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).
Directions
Directions Take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses. adults and children 12 years and over take 1-6 softgels daily children 2 to under 12 years of age take 1-3 softgels daily children under 2 years ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients ferrosoferric oxide, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, noncrystallizing sorbitol solution, purified water, shellac
Questions?
Questions or comments? Call 1-877-290-4008
Label text from the FDA structured product label by CVS Pharmacy (revised Aug 5, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Docusate Sodium in 1 product
Docusate Sodium softgels 50mg (Dye Free) NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51316-652 | Docusate Sodium 50 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | CVS Pharmacy | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Docusate Sodium softgels 50mg (Dye Free) used for?
Uses relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Who makes Docusate Sodium softgels 50mg (Dye Free)?
Docusate Sodium softgels 50mg (Dye Free) is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including CVS Pharmacy.