Docusate

Category: pharmacological

Aliases: Colace

Pharmacological Mechanism

OTC stool softener — surfactant that lets water + fat enter stool, easing passage. Modest efficacy; some guidelines (American Gastroenterological Association) recommend against it as ineffective. PEG / lactulose preferred.

Half-Life (t½)

PO: 4h

Dosing Guidelines

Target Organ Systems