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Docusate

Generic name: Docusate
Brand names: Surfak Liqui-Gels, Ex-Lax Stool Softener, Phillips" Liqui-Gels, Colace

Why is Docusate prescribed?

Docusate, a stool softener, promotes easy bowel movements without straining. It softens the stool by mixing in fat and water.

Docusate is helpful for people who have had recent rectal surgery, people with heart problems, high blood pressure, hemorrhoids, or hernias, and women who have just had babies.

Docusate Microenema is used to relieve occasional constipation.

Most important fact about Docusate

Docusate is for short-term relief only, unless your doctor directs otherwise. It usually takes a day or two for the drug to achieve its laxative effect; some people may need to wait 4 or 5 days. Sof-Lax Overnight works in 6 to 12 hours. Docusate Microenema works in 2 to 15 minutes.

How should you take Docusate?

To conceal the drug"s bitter taste, take Docusate liquid in half a glass of milk or fruit juice; it can be given in infant formula. The proper dosage of Docusate may also be added to a retention or flushing enema.

For Docusate Microenema:
1. Lubricate the tip by pushing out a drop of the medication.
2. Slowly insert the full length of the nozzle into the rectum. (Stop halfway for children aged 3 to 12 years of age.)
3. Squeeze out the contents of the tube.
4. Remove the nozzle before you release your grip on the tube.

--If you miss a dose...

Take Docusate only as needed.

--Storage instructions...

Store at room temperature. Keep from freezing.

What side effects may occur?

Side effects are unlikely. The main ones reported are bitter taste, throat irritation, and nausea (mainly associated with use of the syrup and liquid). Rash has occurred.

Why should Docusate not be prescribed?

There are no known reasons Docusate should not be prescribed.

Special warnings about Docusate

Do not use this product if you have any abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting, unless your doctor advises it. Do not take this product if you are taking mineral oil. If you have noticed a change in your bowel habits that has lasted for 2 weeks, ask your doctor before you use this product. If you bleed from the rectum or you do not have a bowel movement after using this product, stop using it and call your doctor; you may have a more serious condition. Do not use any laxative for more than a week without your doctor"s approval.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Docusate

No interactions have been reported with Docusate.

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

If you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding your baby, notify your doctor before using Docusate.

Recommended dosage

Your doctor will adjust the dosage according to your needs.

You will be using higher doses at the start of treatment with Docusate. You should see an effect on stools 1 to 3 days after the first dose.

Docusate Microenema should produce a bowel movement in 2 to 15 minutes.

ADULTS AND CHILDREN 12 AND OLDER

The suggested daily dosage of Docusate is 50 to 200 milligrams.

In enemas, add 50 to 100 milligrams of Docusate or 5 to 10 milliliters of Docusate liquid to a retention or flushing enema, as prescribed by your doctor.

For Docusate Microenema, use the entire contents of the tube.

CHILDREN UNDER 12

The suggested daily dosage of Docusate for children 6 to 12 years of age is 40 to 120 milligrams; for children 3 to 6, it is 20 to 60 milligrams; for children under 3, it is 10 to 40 milligrams.

Docusate Microenema should not be given to children under 3.

Overdosage

Overdose is unlikely with normal use of Docusate. If you or your child should accidentally take too much, call your doctor or a Poison Control Center.

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