Aug 17, 2023 · Docusate is a medication utilized for managing and treating constipation. Belonging to the stool softener class of drugs, it reduces the surface tension of the oil and …

Docusate sodium is a laxative and an anionic detergent that supposedly promotes incorporation of water and fats into stool through a reduction in surface tension, resulting in softer fecal mass …

Docusate is the common chemical and pharmaceutical name of the anion bis(2-ethylhexyl) sulfosuccinate, also commonly called dioctyl sulfosuccinate (DOSS). [2] [3] [4] Salts of this …

Medscape - Indication-specific dosing for Colace, DSS (docusate), frequency-based adverse effects, comprehensive interactions, contraindications, pregnancy & lactation schedules, and …

Includes Docusate indications, dosage/administration, pharmacology, mechanism/onset/duration of action, half-life, dosage forms, interactions, warnings, adverse reactions, off-label uses and …

Initial management of chronic constipation should include lifestyle maneuvers, and increased fiber and fluids. Polyethylene glycol, sodium picosulfate, bisacodyl, prucalopride, lubiprostone, and …

Colace is an emollient laxative medicine that is used to treat constipation (difficulty pooing). Colace contains the active ingredient Docusate. Colace (Docusate) helps to soften your poo …

Aug 17, 2023 · This activity aims to review the indications, mechanism of action, and contraindications of docusate in treating and managing constipation. This activity will highlight …

Jan 7, 2025 · Colace sodium is a laxative and an anionic detergent that supposedly promotes incorporation of water and fats into stool through a reduction in surface tension, resulting in …

Jan 9, 2018 · Docusate is available without prescription in capsules of 50, 100, 240 and 250 mg generically and under various brand names such as Colace, Doxidan, Regulex, Silace and …