Any patient prescribed opioids should also be given a stool softener (milk of magnesia or docusate sodium) and a stimulant laxative (such as senna or bisacodyl). Other side effects can include ...
Stool softeners, also known as emollient laxatives, are over-the-counter (OTC) medications used to soften hard stools. While other types of laxatives stimulate the digestive tract or draw water ...
Docusate sodium 50mg; per 15mL; fruit punch-flavored; contains sodium 13mg/15mL. <2yrs: not recommended. Mix liq in 6–8oz of milk or juice. 2–11yrs: 50mg–150mg daily; may be given as a ...
Senna concentrate (as sennosides 8.6mg), docusate sodium 50mg; tabs; sugar-free. <2yrs: individualize. 2–6yrs: ½ tab once daily; max 1 tab twice daily. 6–12yrs: 1 tab once daily; max 2 tabs ...