Brand | Colace |
Item Form | Capsule |
Product Benefits | Constipation Control |
Age Range (Description) | Kid |
Specific Uses For Product | Constipation |
Colace Regular Strength capsules gently soften dry, hard and painful stool - a safe, stimulant-free and gentle option for a #2 that’s easy to do. Number 1 Doctor recommended stool softener brand. Provides gentle, dependable and effective relief from occasional constipation in 12 to 72 hours. Stimulant-free: Colace’s active ingredient, docusate sodium, allows water and fats to get into the stool, which helps soften it and makes passing it more comfortable. Gently softens stools: Colace Regular Strength Stool Softener relieves many symptoms of occasional constipation, including infrequent or irregular bowel movements, straining during bowel movements & hard dry stools. Occasional constipation relief during pregnancy & for new moms (post-partum). (If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use.)
Drink plenty of fluids. If you are on a fluid-restricted diet, please consult your doctor about your recommended fluid intake.
Eat regular meals. Eat foods high in fiber, such as whole grain and bran cereals, beans, potatoes, broccoli, corn, and fresh fruits. Avoid large amounts of milk, cheese, meat, fatty foods, and sugar if you are prone to constipation.
Try to use the bathroom at the
same time each day. Do not ignore the need to have a bowel
movement (BM).
Just a 20-30 minute walk or any
other regular exercise may help prevent constipation.