Docusate Sodium
Medically Reviewed by Dr. J.R.G. Peries, M.D – Cardiology
Last Reviewed: Apr 27, 2023
Drug Details
Generic Name:
Docusate sodium/calcium
Common Brands:
Colace, Diocto, Docusol, Docu liquid, Enemeez, Phillips' Laxative, Surfak
Availability:
Over-the-counter
Therapeutic Class:
Laxatives, stool softeners
Forms:
Capsule, tablet, liquid, syrup, enema
Administration:
Oral, rectal
Therapeutic Uses:
Occasional constipation relief, stool softeners (emollients)
Controlled Status:
Not a controlled substance
Docusate (Colace) Drug Class
Docusate (doc cue sayt) belongs to a group of medications called laxatives and stool softeners (emollients).
Docusate (Colace) Age Range
Docusate is approved for use in adults and children 12 years of age and older.The use and dosage of docusate in pediatric patients below 12 years of age must be determined by a doctor.
The safety and efficacy of docusate (children under 2 years for docusate sodium and children under 12 years for docusate calcium) have not been established.
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