Monograph Details

Gastrointestinal Tract > Constipation and bowel cleansers
COLACE SYRUP
Manufacturer
Purdue Products L.P.
Legal Classification
OTC
Pharmacological Class
Stool softener.
Generic Name
Docusate sodium 60mg/15mL.
Also
COLACE
COLACE LIQUID
Indications
Stool softener.
Children
Mix syrup in 6–8oz of milk or juice. <2yrs: individualize. 2–11yrs: 60mg–150mg daily; may be given as a single dose or in divided doses.
Adults
Mix syrup in 6–8oz of milk or juice. 60mg–360mg daily.
Precautions
Discontinue if rectal bleeding or no bowel movement occurs. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
Interactions
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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