Docusate Sodium
Composition: Each soft gelatin capsule contains Docusate Sodium USP 100mg.
Indications: It is indicated to prevent
and treat chronic constipation as follows:
• Soften hard, dry stools in order to ease defaecation and
reduce straining at stool.
• In the presence of haemorrhoids and anal fissure, prevent
hard, dry stools and reduce straining.
It
is also used as an adjunct in abdominal radiological procedures.
Dosage
& Administration: Adults and elderly: 1-5 soft capsules
should be taken daily in divided doses. Treatment should be commenced with
large doses, which should be decreased as the condition of the patient
improves. For use with barium meals: 4 soft capsules to be taken with meal.
Or,as directed by the registered physician.
Use
in pregnancy and lactation: There are no adequate data
from the use of the drug in pregnant women. Use in pregnancy only if the
benefits outweigh the risks. Docusate sodium is excreted in breast milk and
should therefore, be used with caution in lactating mothers.
Packing: Each box contains 30’s soft capsules in blister pack.
