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What is DOK?

DOK is used to treat or prevent occasional constipation.

DOK is also used to relieve pain or rectal damage caused by hard stools or straining during bowel movements.

Warnings

You should not use DOK if your intestines are blocked. Do not use docusate if you have nausea, vomiting, or severe stomach pain.

You should not take mineral oil while using DOK.

Before you take this medicine

You should not use DOK if you are allergic to docusate or if you have:

• nausea, vomiting or severe stomach pain;

• a blockage in your intestines; or

• chronic stomach pain that has not been clarified by a doctor.

You should not take mineral oil while using DOK.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine:

• if you are on a low-salt diet; or

• if you have recently experienced a sudden change in your bowel habits that lasts longer than 2 weeks.

It is not known whether docusate will harm an unborn baby.If you are pregnant, do not use this medicine without medical advice.

It is not known whether docusate passes into breast milk or whether it could harm a breast-fed baby.Do not use this medicine without medical advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Do not give DOK to a child under 6 years of age without medical advice.

How should I use DOK?

Use DOK exactly as directed on the label or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller quantities or for longer than recommended.

Take this medicine with a full glass of water. Drink plenty of fluids while taking DOK.

Do not crush, chew, break or open a DOKcapsuleortablet. Swallow it whole.

After taking DOK capsules or tablets, you should have a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours.

Do not use docusate for more than 7 days unless your doctor tells you to.Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if you have not had a bowel movement within 1 to 3 days. Overuse of a stool softener can lead to serious medical problems.

Store at room temperature, protected from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Because DOK is used as needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are on a schedule, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help hotline at 1-800-222-1222.

Symptoms of an overdose may include nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain.

What should I avoid when using DOK?

Avoid using laxatives or other stool softeners unless your doctor tells you to.

DOK side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these problemsSigns of an allergic reaction to DOK: hives; difficult breathing; Swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using this medicine and call your doctor immediately if you have:

• heart palpitations or fluttering in the chest;

• a light-headed feeling, as if you were going to faint;

• rectal bleeding or irritation;

• numbness or rash in the area of ​​your rectum;

• vomiting, severe diarrhea, or stomach cramps; or

• persistent constipation or no bowel movements.

Common side effects of DOK can include:

• dizziness, weakness;

• Bloating, flatulence, mild diarrhea;

• rectal irritation; or

• Sweat.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other medications affect DOK?

Other medications may interact with docusate, including prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medications you are taking now and any medications you are starting or stopping taking.

References

1. Dok-Produktetikett

More information

Remember to keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and only use DOK for the prescribed indication.