Docusate sodium is a medication used to treat constipation by softening stool and making it easier to pass. It can be taken orally in capsule or liquid form, or administered rectally in suppository form. This medication is often used for people who need to avoid straining during bowel movements, such as after surgery or in the case of hemorrhoids.
Chronic Constipation:
Oral:
Children 12 Above Yrs & Adult: Up To 500 Mg Daily In Divided Doses, Adjusted According To Response.
By Rectum:
Adult: 120 Mg For 1 Dose
Adjunct In Abdominal Radiological Procedures:
Oral:
Adult & Children 12 Above Yrs: 400 Mg, To Be Administered With Barium Meal.
By Rectum:
Adult & Children 12 Above Yrs: 120 Mg For 1 Dose. Oral Tablets Act Within 1-2 Days; Rectal Enema Act Within 20 Minutes.
Children Below 12 Yrs: Not Recommended.
Content
Tab 100mg: Docusate 100mg.
Enema Rectal: Per 10 ml: Docusate Sodium 120mg.
Pregnancy
Caution Advised.
Stability
Stimulant Laxative
Contra Indications
Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Abdominal Pain, Gi Obstruction, Nausea, Vomiting.
Precautions
Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Abdominal Pain, Gi Obstruction, Nausea, Vomiting.