Colace® is a brand of docusate, which is a laxative that comes in a capsule form. This medication treats occasional constipation. It softens your stool to make bowel movements easier.

Is docusate (Colace) a laxative? Yes, docusate (Colace) is an "emollient laxative," which is one of many types of laxatives. Laxatives work in different ways to help treat constipation. An emollient laxative draws water and fat into your stool, making it softer and easier to pass.

Stomach/abdominal pain or cramping, nausea, diarrhea, or weakness may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. This medication may cause your urine to turn reddish-brown. This effect is harmless and will disappear when the medication is stopped.

Can you take stool softeners every day? No, and you shouldn't need to take stool softeners every day. Don't take stool softeners for more than one week unless you're under the direction of your healthcare provider. If you have sudden changes in your bowel habits that last longer than two weeks, call your provider.

Colace has an average rating of 5.8 out of 10 from a total of 16 ratings on Drugs.com. 53% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 47% reported a negative effect. Dulcolax has an average rating of 5.2 out of 10 from a total of 1117 ratings on Drugs.com.

You should not use Colace if you have a blockage in your intestines. Do not use Colace while you are sick with nausea, vomiting, or severe stomach pain. You should not use docusate if you also use mineral oil, unless your doctor tells you to.

Colace has an average rating of 5.8 out of 10 from a total of 16 ratings on Drugs.com. 53% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 47% reported a negative effect. Dulcolax has an average rating of 5.2 out of 10 from a total of 1117 ratings on Drugs.com.

Colace has an average rating of 5.8 out of 10 from a total of 16 ratings on Drugs.com. 53% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 47% reported a negative effect. Dulcolax has an average rating of 5.2 out of 10 from a total of 1117 ratings on Drugs.com.

Warnings. You should not use Colace if you have a blockage in your intestines. Do not use Colace while you are sick with nausea, vomiting, or severe stomach pain. You should not use docusate if you also use mineral oil, unless your doctor tells you to.

The maximum adult dose of Colace is 400mg daily - either as one dose or in divided doses. It sounds as though you are suffering from chronic constipation. Have you talked to your doctor about this? Prolonged, excessive use of laxatives can make your constipation worse as your gut can become reliant on the laxative.

Miralax, an osmotic laxative, typically takes 1 to 3 days to work. It's only available as a powder that you mix into a beverage. Compared to Dulcolax, Miralax can take longer to work. But it tends to cause fewer side effects than other laxatives.