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Colace Clear overview
BRAND NAMES:
BENEHealth Stool Softener, Colace, Col-Rite, Diocto, Diocto Liquid, Docuprene, Docusil, Dok, DSS, Dulcolax, Dulcolax Pink, Fleet Sof-Lax, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Stool Softener, Good Sense Stool Softener, Health Mart Stool Softener
Generic Names:
Colace Clear
Uses:
Treats constipation by helping you have a bowel movement.
Therapeutic Classes:
Laxative, Stimulant, Laxative, Stimulant Combination, Laxative, Stool Softener
Forms:
Capsule, Tablet, Liquid, Liquid Filled Capsule
How it’s taken:
By mouth
What is Colace Clear used for?
Colace comes in capsule form and is used to treat constipation. It allows water and fats to get into the stool which softens fecal matter and makes defecation more comfortable. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, check with your doctor before use.
What form(s) does Colace Clear come in
Capsule
Tablet
Liquid
Liquid Filled Capsule
What are common Colace Clear doses?
Bottle 28 Capsules
Common Colace Clear prescriptions
Colace Clear
28 capsules bottle
How to take Colace Clear
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
Drink 6 to 8 glasses of water daily while using any laxative.
To make the oral liquid taste better, you may mix it with one-half glass of milk or fruit juice.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, medicine cup, or medicine dropper.
To make the oral liquid taste better, you may mix it with one-half glass of milk or fruit juice.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.
Drink 6 to 8 glasses of water daily while using any laxative.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, medicine cup, or medicine dropper.
What to do if you miss a dose of Colace Clear
Use the missed dose as soon as possible.
If you do not remember the missed dose until the next day, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
You should not use two doses at the same time.
Colace Clear contraindications
You should not use this medicine if you have severe stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting. Stool softeners should not be used if you have severe stomach pain and do not know the cause.
Colace Clear warnings
You should not use this laxative for longer than 1 week unless approved by your doctor. Laxatives may be habit-forming and can harm your bowels if you use them too long.
Do not give laxatives to children under 6 years old unless you talk to your doctor.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
Stool softeners usually work in 1 to 2 days, but for some people, results can take as long as 3 to 5 days.
Colace Clear interactions
You should not use mineral oil while you are using a stool softener.
Stool softeners usually work in 1 to 2 days, but for some people, results can take as long as 3 to 5 days.
You should not use this laxative for longer than 1 week unless approved by your doctor. Laxatives may be habit-forming and can harm your bowels if you use them too long.
You should not use a stool softener within 2 hours before or after taking any other medicines. Laxatives can keep other medicines from working correctly.
Colace Clear side effects
Serious Side Effects
Sore throat
Skin rash
Nausea
Less Serious Side Effects
Sore throat
Nausea
Skin rash
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