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What kind of company is Colace?

About Colace

Colace is a brand name for a stool softener medication that contains the active ingredient docusate sodium. Colace is manufactured by Purdue Products L.P. and is available as a prescription medication or an over-the-counter medication. It is used to treat or prevent occasional constipation and to reduce pain or rectal damage caused by hard stools or by straining during bowel movements.

History

The history of Colace dates back to 1952 when the Purdue Frederick Company first introduced it to the market. In 2002, Purdue Frederick Company became a part of Purdue Pharma L.P. and the Colace brand was acquired by Menarini Group, an Italian pharmaceutical company. In 2023, the Avrio Health brands Senokot , Colace, Betadine, and SlowMag were acquired by Atlantis Consumer Healthcare Inc.

Products

Colace products are available in the forms of capsules , syrup, and liquid. The active ingredient in all Colace products is docusate sodium, which is used to soften dry and hard stools.

Side Effects

The use of Colace may cause side effects such as abdominal cramping, diarrhea, and nausea. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, it is recommended to seek medical attention. Other more serious side effects may include rectal bleeding, allergic reactions, and difficulty breathing.

Contact Information

For any queries related to the Colace brand, customers can reach out to Purdue Products L.P. at 1-800-321-8279. Alternate contact information for Colace can be found on their website or on their official social media pages.

TV spots

TV commercials Colace

Colace Clear TV Spot, 'Feel Free' created for Colace
411 November 4, 2015

Colace Clear is a television commercial that showcases the benefits of Colace Clear, a stool softener that provides gentle relief from constipation. The commercial, titled "Feel Free," features a woman who is feeling uncomfortable and bloated due to constipation. She tries various methods to find re...

Colace TV Spot, 'It Happens Everywhere' created for Colace
414 July 16, 2018

Title: Colace TV Spot: 'It Happens Everywhere'Introduction:The Colace TV spot, titled 'It Happens Everywhere,' is a poignant and relatable commercial that highlights the common struggle faced by people when it comes to occasional constipation. With a touch of humor, the ad aims to break the taboo su...

Colace TV Spot, 'It Happens to All of Us' created for Colace
473 July 17, 2018

Title: Colace TV Spot: 'It Happens to All of Us'Synopsis:The Colace TV spot, titled 'It Happens to All of Us,' is a humorous and relatable commercial that aims to break the stigma surrounding constipation. The 30-second advertisement features a diverse cast of characters, highlighting the fact that...

Colace TV Spot, 'Never Feel Painful: Porcupine' created for Colace
300 September 19, 2022

Colace TV Spot, 'Never Feel Painful: Porcupine' is a humorous commercial that showcases the benefits of using the Colace stool softener medication. The commercial opens with a porcupine standing in the middle of a forest, clearly in pain and discomfort. The narrator then explains that constipation c...

Colace TV Spot, 'Poop Should Never Feel Painful ' created for Colace
353 April 12, 2021

Colace is a stool softener that helps make it easier for people to pass bowel movements. In their TV spot, the focus is on how "Poop Should Never Feel Painful." The ad starts by showing uncomfortable-looking people while a voiceover talks about how many people struggle with painful bowel movements.T...

Colace TV Spot, 'Poop Should Never Feel Painful: Pineapple' created for Colace
802 April 12, 2021

The Colace TV spot titled 'Poop Should Never Feel Painful: Pineapple' is an informative and humorous commercial that aims to educate viewers on the importance of healthy bowel movements. The advertisement features a woman who is suffering from constipation, struggling to sit comfortably and looking...

Colace TV Spot, 'Post Surgery' created for Colace
225 August 12, 2013

The Colace TV Spot titled 'Post Surgery' is a gripping and emotional ad that depicts the importance of using Colace as a gentle and effective stool softener after surgery. The ad features a middle-aged man who is seen lying down in a hospital bed surrounded by his family after what seems to be a com...

Colace TV Spot, 'Princess' created for Colace
489 May 30, 2016

Colace TV Spot 'Princess' is a commercial that has been running on various television networks, featuring a young girl dressed as a princess. The commercial starts with a young girl in a red dress, wearing a tiara, sitting on a red throne, surrounded by other children dressed up as characters from f...

Colace TV Spot, 'Spa Giveaway' created for Colace
507 May 4, 2014

Title: Colace TV Spot: 'Spa Giveaway'In a vibrant and enticing TV spot, Colace, the renowned brand known for its effective and gentle relief from occasional constipation, unveils its exciting promotion: the 'Spa Giveaway.' With a blend of indulgence and functionality, the commercial takes viewers on...

Colace TV Spot, 'Tough Customer: Biker' created for Colace
301 February 21, 2017

Colace is a brand that has been trusted by doctors for over 6 decades to provide safe and effective relief from occasional constipation. In their latest TV spot, titled 'Tough Customer: Biker', the brand showcases how tough and effective their product is.The commercial starts with a biker in full ge...

Colace TV Spot, 'Tough Customer' created for Colace
452 September 15, 2017

Title: Colace TV Spot - 'Tough Customer'[Opening scene: A bustling diner filled with various customers enjoying their meals. The sound of cheerful chatter and clinking cutlery fills the air.]Narrator: [Voiceover] In a world where constipation can strike when you least expect it...[Camera pans to a t...

Actors

Actors who starred in Colace commercials

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Nina Peterson photo
Phoenix Carnevale photo
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