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Waiting for your next bowel movement? Try Dulcolax Stool Softener—it’s a stimulant-free laxative that softens dry, hard stools. Your next bowel movement can happen faster (within 12 to 72 hours) and feel way better. Ahhhh.
It’s recommended that you swallow them whole, without chewing or crushing.
No. The active ingredient, docusate sodium, encourages the mixture of water and dietary fat within the hard stool, turning it softer. It doesn’t hold water like some bulking agents, nor does it stimulate the bowel like a stimulant laxative.
Feel free to take it at any time, with or without food and dairy products.
Check with your doctor first. Generally, it should not be used with mineral oil—because mineral oil can be absorbed instead of acting as a lubricant for the bowel walls, which could cause adverse side effects.
For additional questions regarding usage, side effects, or storage instructions, please refer to the Dulcolax Stool Softener Drug Facts Panel or contact your healthcare professional.
Docusate sodium USP 100 mg
Stool softener laxative
Do not use if you are presently taking mineral oil
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 |