Natural vegetable laxative ingredient plus a stool softener for gentle, overnight relief from occasional constipation
Senokot-S® Dual Action combines the natural vegetable laxative ingredient of Senokot, senna, with a stool softener for dependable, overnight relief of occasional constipation which may be associated with certain prescriptions and over-the-counter medications.
DIRECTIONS
Taking your dose of Senokot-S® at bedtime is recommended to help relieve constipation overnight. Refer to the Senokot-S® Laxatives package for dosing instructions or see the chart below. Whenever you are unsure about what to do, please call your physician or pharmacist for advice.
Take preferably at bedtime or as directed by a doctor.
| Age | Starting Dosage | Maximum Dosage |
| Adults and children 12 years of age and over | 2 tablets once a day | 4 tablets twice a day |
| Children 6 to under 12 years | 1 tablet once a day | 2 tablets twice a day |
| Children 2 to under 6 years | ½ tablet once a day | 1 tablet twice a day |
| Children under 2 years | ask a doctor | ask a doctor |
DRUG FACTS
Docusate sodium 50 mg………………………………….
Sennosides 8.6 mg……………………………………..
Stool softener
Laxative
Uses
- Relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
- Generally causes bowel movement in 6-12 hours
Warnings
Do not use
- If you are now taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor
- Laxative products for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that continues over a period of 2 weeks
Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These may indicate a serious condition.
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.
Other information
- Each tablet contains: calcium 10 mg, sodium 4 mg. VERY LOW SODIUM
- Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
Inactive ingredients
Dicalcium phosphate, D&C Yellow #10 Aluminum Lake, FD&C Yellow #6 Aluminum Lake, lecithin, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, pregelatinized starch, sodium benzoate, talc, and titanium dioxide