Sennosides Docusate Sodium Drug Information
Generic name: SENNOSIDES, DOCUSATE SODIUM
Uses of Sennosides Docusate Sodium
relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Dosage & Administration of Sennosides Docusate Sodium
| adults and children 12 years and over | take 2-4 tablets daily |
|---|---|
| children 6 to under 12 years of age | take 1-2 tablets daily |
| children 2 to under 6 years of age | take up to 1 tablet daily |
| children under 2 years | ask a doctor |
Side Effects of Sennosides Docusate Sodium
Stop use and ask a doctor if
you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Warnings & Cautions for Sennosides Docusate Sodium
laxative products for longer than 1 week unless told to do so by a doctor if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless told to do so by a doctor Ask a doctor before use if you have stomach pain nausea vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over two weeks Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Drug Interactions with Sennosides Docusate Sodium
Pregnancy Safety for Sennosides Docusate Sodium
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Contraindications for Sennosides Docusate Sodium
laxative products for longer than 1 week unless told to do so by a doctor if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless told to do so by a doctor
Overdosage Information for Sennosides Docusate Sodium
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Drug information sourced from the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.
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