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Colace

Colace is a laxative which is a kind of gastroenterology drug.
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledgereviewed this
Internal Medicine 39 years experience
Drug Class

Laxative

BrandsDulcolax stool softener
Generic DrugDocusate sodium

Side Effects

Common

Stomach cramps
Bitter/acid taste in mouth
Diarrhea
Cramping abdominal pain
Rash

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A 60-year-old male asked:
Have difficulty with consistent bms. I was told by a Dr, for a week to take Miralax on day 1 and on day 5, AND to take 4 Colace EACH DAY ALONG with the Miralax on day 1 AND on day 5 for a week. I am not a Dr, but isn't that amount of Colace excessive?
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How long can I use per-colace for constipation?
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Can I take Miramax and colace at the same time while pregnant?
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Can the use of Colace or discontinuing the use of Colace cause depression?
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Is it ok to take 100mg of Colace daily during pregnancy to help with regularity?
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What is difference between taking magnezium 250mg a day or 2 docusate sodium a day, and how long should I stay on either one of them.
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