Gentle Stool Softener
Docusate Sodium · Capsule, Liquid Filled · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredient (in each liquid-filled capsule) Docusate Sodium 100 mg
Purpose
Purpose Stool Softner laxative
Uses
Uses relieves of occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours
Warnings
Warnings Do not use if you are presently taking mineral o il
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if you have stomach pain, nausea or vomittiong noticed 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 you have rectal bleeding ot no bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition. yo need to use 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 righ away.
Directions
Directions take with a glass of water Adults and children 12 years of age and over take 1 to 3 capsules daily. This dose may be taken as asingle daily dose or ib 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 #40, FD&C Yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol solution.
Questions?
Questions or comments? 1-800-373-6981
Label text from the FDA structured product label by WALGREEN COMPANY (revised Oct 31, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Docusate Sodium in 2 products
Gentle Stool Softener NDC products (2)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0363-1172 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | WALGREEN COMPANY | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 0363-1179 | Docusate Sodium 100 mg/1 Capsule, Liquid Filled | WALGREEN COMPANY | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Gentle Stool Softener used for?
Uses relieves of occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours
Who makes Gentle Stool Softener?
Gentle Stool Softener is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including WALGREEN COMPANY.