Dulcolax Stool Softener
Docusate sodium · Capsule, Liquid Filled · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredient (in each capsule) Docusate sodium (USP) 100 mg
Purpose
Purpose Stool softener laxative
Uses
Use ● for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity ● this product 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 or vomiting ● a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks Stop use and ask a doctor if ● you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this product. 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.
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 or vomiting ● a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if ● you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition. ● you need to use a 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.
Directions
Directions take with a glass of water adults and children 12 years of age and over 1 to 3 capsules daily. This dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses. children 2 to under 12 years of age 1 capsule daily children under 2 years of age ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients FD&C red no. 40, FD&C yellow no. 6, gelatin, glycerin, mannitol, pharmaceutical ink, polyethylene glycol 400, propylene glycol, sorbitan, sorbitol, water
Questions?
Questions? Call 1-866-844-2798 or visit www.Dulcolax.com Keep carton as it contains important product information.
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Chattem, Inc. (revised Aug 1, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Docusate Sodium in 1 product
Dulcolax Stool Softener NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41167-0221 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | Chattem, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dulcolax Stool Softener used for?
Use ● for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity ● this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Who makes Dulcolax Stool Softener?
Dulcolax Stool Softener is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Chattem, Inc..