Monograph Details
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Gastrointestinal Tract
> Constipation and bowel cleansers
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COLACE |
| Manufacturer |
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Purdue Products L.P. |
| Legal Classification |
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OTC |
| Pharmacological Class |
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Stool softener. |
| Generic Name |
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Docusate sodium 50mg, 100mg; caps. |
| Also |
• COLACE LIQUID
• COLACE SYRUP
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| Indications |
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Stool softener. |
| Children |
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<2yrs: individualize. 2–11yrs: 50mg–150mg daily. |
| Adults |
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50mg–300mg daily. |
| Precautions |
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Discontinue if rectal bleeding or no bowel movement occurs. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers. |
| Interactions |
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May increase systemic absorption of mineral oil. |
| How Supplied |
Caps 50mg—30, 60
Caps 100mg—10, 30, 60
Liquid—30mL (w. cal dropper)
Syrup—473mL |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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