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Description of the medicine: Docusate sodium

SODIUM DOCUMENT (Docusate sodium).

Sodium salt of 1,4-bis (2-ethylhexyl) sulfosuccinate.

Synonym: Norgalax, Norgalax.

A derivative of butadionic acid.

When introduced into the rectum, softens the stool and reflex irritation of the intestinal mucosa receptors. The laxative effect develops in 5-20 minutes.

It is used for rectal administration in the form of a gel (mini-enema). One mini-enema (10 g) contains sodium docusate 0.12 g, carboxymethylcellulose 0.22 g, glycerin 3 g.

Can cause burning sensation in the rectum.

Form release: cubes of 10 grams of jelly with a rectal tip. After removing the cap, the tip is completely inserted into the rectum and the contents of the cube are squeezed out.

Potassium salt of docusate is available in the form of tablets, and is also a part of a number of foreign combined laxatives (Collace, Corectol, Dialose, Dorbantyl, Doxinate, Gelcaps, Laxcaps, etc.).