Soflax

Indication
Constipation
Adult Dose
Oral Constipation Adult: 1 tablet daily at bed time

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Child Dose
Oral Constipation Child: 6-12 yr: 40-120 mg/day; 3-6 yr: 20-60 mg/day. To be given in divided doses.

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Contraindication
Intestinal obstruction or undiagnosed abdominal symptoms. Prolonged use. Concurrent use with liqd paraffin.
Mode of Action
Docusate sodium is an anionic surfactant which is considered to act primarily by increasing the penetration of fluid into the faeces. It may also have other effects on intestinal fluid secretion, and may act both as stimulant and as faecal softening agent.
Precaution
Pregnancy, lactation. Lactation: Unknown whether drug is excreted in milk; compatible with nursing

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Side Effect
Abdominal cramping,Diarrhea,Excessive bowel activity,Intestinal obstruction,Throat irritation
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy category: C Lactation: Unknown whether drug is excreted in milk; compatible with nursing

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Interaction
Enhances GI uptake of other drugs. Increases effect of anthraquinone laxatives. Increases incidence of adverse effects when given concurrently with aspirin.