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Docusate Sodium 250 mg/1

Docusate Sodium · CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED · Humanwell PuraCap Pharmaceuticals (Wuhan) Co., Ltd

10 Recalls on Record
Plain English

Docusate sodium is a stool softener that helps relieve constipation by making bowel movements easier and less painful. It works by increasing the amount of water in stool to soften it, and is available over-the-counter as a capsule or liquid-filled form.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Docusate Sodium
Generic Name
Docusate Sodium
NDC Code (Product)
53345-035
Manufacturer
Humanwell PuraCap Pharmaceuticals (Wuhan) Co., Ltd
Strength
250 mg/1
Dosage Form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
M007
Marketing Start
02/10/2016

Recall History

10 Recalls on Record
Class II05/31/2019

Geritrex, LLC

cGMP Deviations: Products may have microbial contamination.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II08/16/2017

Pharmatech LLC

Microbial Contamination of Non Sterile Product; presence of yeast and potential B. cepacia contamination

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II07/02/2013

Aidapak Services, LLC

Labeling: Label Mixup: DOCUSATE SODIUM, Capsule, 250 mg may have potentially been mislabeled as one of the following drugs: SACCHAROMYCES BOULARDII LYO, Capsule, 250 mg, NDC 00414200007, Pedigree: W003030, EXP: 6/12/2014; ISOSORBIDE MONONITRATE ER, Tablet, 30 mg, NDC 62175012837, Pedigree: AD21790_64, EXP: 5/1/2014; TRIHEXYPHENIDYL HCL, Tablet, 1 mg (1/2 of 2 mg), NDC 00591533501, Pedigree: AD7

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II08/08/2016

Pharmatech LLC

CGMP Deviations: Recall initiated as a precautionary measure due to a potential risk of product contamination with the bacteria B. cepacia.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III10/01/2019

Sato Pharmaceutical Inc.

Subpotent Drug: Formulated amount of sennosides component is less than labelled claim.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II01/16/2019

Rx Pak Division of McKesson Corporation

Labeling: Label mix-up: Secondary carton may be labeled as Gabapentin 300mg instead of Docusate Sodium 100mg softgel caps.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class I07/15/2016

The Harvard Drug Group

Microbial contamination of Non-Sterile Products; positive findings of Burkholderia cepacia

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III02/29/2016

Allegiant Health

Superpotent Drug: High out of specification results for assay at the 6 month time point interval.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II08/02/2017

The Harvard Drug Group

Microbial contamination of Non-sterile Products; presence of yeast and potential B. cepacia contamination

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II07/02/2013

Aidapak Services, LLC

Labeling:Label Mixup; DOCUSATE SODIUM, Capsule, 50 mg may be potentially mislabeled as LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM, Tablet, 112 mcg, NDC 00378181101, Pedigree: AD60211_1, EXP: 5/21/2014; MEXILETINE HCL, Capsule, 150 mg, NDC 00093873901, Pedigree: AD62865_7, EXP: 5/23/2014; CHOLECALCIFEROL, Tablet, 5000 units, NDC 00761017840, Pedigree: AD65457_10, EXP: 5/24/2014.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

nausea1,614 reports
fatigue1,583 reports
dyspnoea1,379 reports
constipation1,238 reports
diarrhoea1,222 reports
vomiting1,186 reports
pain1,180 reports
off label use1,106 reports
death1,089 reports
pneumonia999 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

Uses relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours

Dosage & Administration

Directions Take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses. adults and children 12 years and over take 1-3 softgels daily children 2 to under 12 years of age take 1 softgel daily children under 2 years ask a doctor

Warnings

Warnings Do not use 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 2 weeks Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition. you need to use a stool softener laxative for more than 1 week 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. (1-800-222-1222)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Docusate Sodium used for?

Docusate sodium is a stool softener that helps relieve constipation by making bowel movements easier and less painful. It works by increasing the amount of water in stool to soften it, and is available over-the-counter as a capsule or liquid-filled form.

Is Docusate Sodium a controlled substance?

Docusate Sodium is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Docusate Sodium?

The generic name for Docusate Sodium is Docusate Sodium. There are 10 other brand versions of Docusate Sodium.

What is the NDC code for Docusate Sodium 250 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Docusate Sodium 250 mg/1 is 53345-035, listed by Humanwell PuraCap Pharmaceuticals (Wuhan) Co., Ltd.