LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER

Drug Name: LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER

LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER DESCRIPTION:
STOOL SOFTENERS/STIMULANT COMBINATION LAXATIVES - ORAL

COMMON LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER BRAND NAME(S):
Correctol, Dialose Plus, Doxidan, Peri-Colace, Senokot-S

LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER SIDE EFFECTS:
LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER may cause diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, rectal irritation, stomach cramps or bloating. If these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. If you experience rectal bleeding, weakness, dizziness, fainting, sweating, skin rash or if constipation is unrelieved, notify your doctor. LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER may cause the urine to turn pink, red or brownish in color. Do not be alarmed. It is not harmful. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER:
LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER: Take each dose with a full glass of water or juice and drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Laxatives should not be used in persons experiencing stomach cramps, nausea or vomiting.

LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER USES:
LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER is used for the short-term treatment of constipation.

LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing kidney disease, heart disease, high blood pressure, edema or allergies, especially to tartrazine. Prolonged, frequent or excessive use of laxatives may lead to dependency. LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Consult your doctor before using any medication while breast-feeding.

LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Because laxatives may interfere with the absorption of some medications, it is important to tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include severe diarrhea, nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, muscle cramps, weakness, lack of feeling alert, or dry gums and eyes.

LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER NOTES:
To maintain normal bowel habits, it is important to drink plenty of fluids (4 to 6 eight ounce glasses a day), increase your intake of fiber and roughage and exercise regularly.

MISSED LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

LAXATIVE AND STOOL SOFTENER STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom.