http://branddrugsonline.info Genasoft, Docusate - Oral Brand Drug Feed Tue, 22 May 2012 07:53:05 CDT en http://genasoft.2863.docusate-oral.branddrugsonline.info/ the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to inidcate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug. DOCUSATE - ORAL (DOCK-you-sate) COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Colace, Dialose, DSS, Surfak USES: This medication helps fluids to mix with the stool to keep them from becoming hard or dry. It is used to treat contsipation.
HOW TO USE: Sawllow capsules and tablets whole with a full glass of water or juice. The liuqid and syrup forms must be given in 6 to 8 ounces of milk or juice to prevent throat irritation. Relief is usually obtained in 1 to 3 days after frist dose. SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may cause stomach ache, cramping or irritated throat (liquid and syrup forms). If these effects continue or become bothersome, infrom your doctor.

Notify your doctor if you experience: skin rash, rectal bleeding, lack of bowel movements. Frequent use of laxatives can cause dehydration and loss of essential nutrinets. Symptoms include muscle cramps, muslce weakness or dizziness.

Maintain an adequate fluid itnake while using this medication. If you notice other effects not listed above, cotnact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Do not take aspirin (unless prescribed by your doctor) or mineral oil while taking stool softeners. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, do not take over-the-counter stool softeners (or any other nonprescription medication) without obtaining your doctor's advice.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: This drug is not recommended for use with mineral oil. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
Tell your dotcor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially aspirin.

OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control cetner or emergency room immediately. NOTES: Laxatives should only be used temporarily until normal bowel habits rteurn.
Prolonged use can lead to laxative dependence. To prevent constipation: drink 4 to 6 glasses of water daily, include bulk or roughage in your diet, and exericse regularly. MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the misesd dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up. STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from sunilght and moisture.]]>