Docusate Sodium
Capsule, Liquid Filled · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredient (in each softgel) Docusate Sodium 100 mg
Purpose
Purpose Stool softener laxative
Uses
Uses for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours
Warnings
Warnings Do not use if you are currently taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present unless directed by a doctor 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 2 weeks. Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or you fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. This may indicate a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health care 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.
Directions
Directions Take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses. adults and children 12 years of age and over take 1 to 3 softgels daily children 2 to under 12 years of age take 1 softgel daily children under 2 years of age ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #6, Gelatin USP, Glycerin USP, Polyethylene Glycol 400 NF, Purified Water USP, Sorbital USP The drug product contained in this package is from NDC # 61301-8001, SWISSCAPS Romania srl. Distributed by: American Health Packaging 2550 John Glenn Avenue, Suite A Columbus, OH 43217 712901 0412901/0216PS
Label text from the FDA structured product label by American Health Packaging (revised Jun 25, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Docusate Sodium in 32 products
Docusate Sodium NDC products (32)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50090-7479 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | A-S Medication Solutions | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 50090-5524 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | A-S Medication Solutions | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 50090-6140 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule | A-S Medication Solutions | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 60687-878 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/10mL Liquid | American Health Packaging | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 60687-129 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | American Health Packaging | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 24689-130 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | APNAR PHARMA LP | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 76420-225 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | Asclemed USA, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 50268-268 | Docusate Sodium 250 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | AvPAK | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 84447-011 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/10mL Liquid | Belleview Bio Science | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 55154-0578 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | Cardinal Health 107, LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 55154-2346 | Docusate Sodium 50 mg/5mL Liquid | Cardinal Health 107, LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 53345-008 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | Humanwell PuraCap Pharmaceutical (Wuhan), Ltd. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 53345-035 | Docusate Sodium 250 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | Humanwell PuraCap Pharmaceuticals (Wuhan) Co., Ltd | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 0904-7609 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | Major Pharmaceuticals | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 0904-7279 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/10mL Liquid | Major Pharmaceuticals | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 54629-601 | Docusate Sodium 250 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | National Vitamin Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 68071-3438 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | NuCare Pharmaceuticals,Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 68071-2874 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | NuCare Pharmaceuticals,Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 66267-888 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | NuCare Pharmaceuticals,Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 45802-486 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | Padagis Israel Pharmaceuticals Ltd | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 0121-1870 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/10mL Liquid | PAI Holdings, LLC dba PAI Pharma | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 0121-0935 | Docusate Sodium 50 mg/5mL Liquid | PAI Holdings, LLC dba PAI Pharma | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 55289-493 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule | PD-Rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 72789-166 | Docusate Sodium 250 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | PD-Rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 72789-399 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | PD-Rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 16103-399 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule | Pharbest Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 68788-8658 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 63187-476 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | Proficient Rx LP | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 48433-220 | Docusate Sodium 50 mg/5mL Liquid | Safecor Health, LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 68196-995 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule | Sam's West Inc | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 0363-8991 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | WALGREEN COMPANY | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 81877-840 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule | Forreal Pharmaceuticals, LLC | UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER |
Frequently asked questions
What is Docusate Sodium used for?
Uses for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours
Who makes Docusate Sodium?
Docusate Sodium is listed by 22 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including A-S Medication Solutions, American Health Packaging, APNAR PHARMA LP, Asclemed USA, Inc..