Sennosides 8.6 Mg - Docusate Sodium 50 Mg
FDA Drug Information • Also known as: Stool Softening Senna Laxative
- Brand Names
- Stool Softening Senna Laxative
- Route
- ORAL
- Dosage Form
- TABLET
- Product Type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
What Is Sennosides 8.6 Mg - Docusate Sodium 50 Mg Used For?
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Relieves occasional constipation (irregularity); generally causes a bowel movement in 6-12 hours
Dosage and Administration
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Directions: Take preferably at bedtime or as directed by a doctor. If you do not have a comfortable bowel movement by the second day, increase dose by one tablet (not to exceed maximum dosage) or decrease dose until you are comfortable. Adults and children 12 years and older: - Starting dosage: 2 tablets once a day - Maximum dosage: 4 tablets twice a day Children 6 to under 12 years: - Starting dosage: 1 tablet once a day-Maximum dosage: 2 tablets twice a day Children 2 to under 6 years - Starting dosage: 1/2 tablet once a day- Maximum dosage: 1 tablet twice a day Children under 2 years - Ask a doctor
Warnings and Precautions
WARNINGS WARNINGS: Do not use this product If you are presently taking mineral oil unless directed by a doctor Laxative products for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor
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