Diocto-c, Stool Softeners/stimulant Combination Laxatives - Oral Brand Drug
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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 ohter healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indciate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using that drug.
STOOL SOFTENERS/STIMULANT COBMINATION LAXATIVES - ORAL
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 jucie and drink plenty of fluids while taking that medication.
Laxaitves should not be used in persons experiencing stomach cramps, nausea or vomiting.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may casue diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, rectal irritation, stomach cramps or bloating. If these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. This medication may cause the urnie 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 constipatoin.
If you notcie 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, frequnet or excessive use of laxatives may lead to dependency.
This medication should be used during prgenancy only if clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Consult your doctor before using any medciation while breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Because laxatives may interfere with the absorption of 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 pharmaicst approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control cneter or emergency room immediately. Symtpoms 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 exericse 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 schedlue. Do not "double-up" the dose to cacth up.
STORAGE: Stroe at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and moisture. Do not stroe in the bathroom.
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