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I took one 100mg of colace (docusate sodium) at 8:00 am. it's now 8:30 pm. no bowel movement. should i take another 100 mg. is it safe to take more?
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Yes: It is safe to take another 100mg of Colace (docusate sodium) as the maximum daily dose ranges from 200 to 360 mg.
Answered 11/26/2015
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