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IMPORTANT
NOTE: The following information is intended
to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and
judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare
professional. It should not be construed to indicate
that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective
for you. Consult your healthcare professional before
using this drug.
STOOL SOFTENERS/STIMULANT
COMBINATION LAXATIVES - ORAL
COMMON BRAND NAME(S):
Correctol, Dialose Plus, Doxidan, Peri-Colace, Senokot-S
USES: This medication
is used for the short-term treatment of constipation.
HOW TO USE: 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.
SIDE EFFECTS: This
medication may cause diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, rectal
irritation, stomach cramps or bloating. If these effects
continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
This medication may cause the urine to turn pink,
red or brownish in color. Do not be alarmed. It is
not harmful. Notify your doctor if you develop: rectal
bleeding, weakness, dizziness, fainting, sweating,
skin rash, persistent constipation. If you notice
other effects not listed above, contact your doctor
or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell
your doctor if you have: kidney disease, heart disease,
high blood pressure, edema, allergies (especially
to tartrazine). Prolonged, frequent or excessive use
of laxatives may lead to dependency. This medication
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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