do you keep taking stool softeners daily or wait for initial dose to work
Do not use docusate for longer than 7 days unless your doctor has told you to. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if you have not had a bowel movement within 1 to 3 days. Overuse of a stool softener can lead to serious medical problems. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.