Relief in as little as 30 minutes*, now in a great tasting chew.

When you need gentle and fast relief of occasional constipation, in as little as 30 minutes*, reach for Dulcolax® Soft Chews.

  • *Works in 30 minutes to 6 hours
  • The active ingredient, magnesium hydroxide, works naturally with your body to draw water into the colon to help stool pass
  • Great tasting berry flavor
  • Stimulant free

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FAQs

Why should I choose Dulcolax® Soft Chews?

If you are looking for a new way to try a laxative, try Dulcolax® Soft Chews.
They are individually wrapped Soft Chews that come in a great tasting berry flavor. Just like Dulcolax® Liquid, Soft Chews works naturally with the water in your body to provide gentle relief in as little as 30 minutes (works in 30 minutes to 6 hours).

How does Dulcolax® Soft Chews compare to MiraLAX?

Dulcolax® Soft Chews works faster than MiraLAX. Dulcolax® works in as little as 30 minutes (works in 30 minutes to 6 hours) while MiraLAX works in 1-3 days (based on product labeling).

How many chews do I take?

For adults and children 12 years and older, the recommended dosage is 2-4 chews, which may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.

Are Dulcolax® Soft Chews safe for kids?

Yes, when used as directed, Dulcolax® Soft Chews can be used for children age 6+. The recommended dosage is 1-2 chews for children 6 to 12 years old. For children under 6 consult your doctor.

Are they safe enough to take daily?

If you need a laxative for more than 7 days please stop and discuss with your doctor.

Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Magnesium hydroxide USP 1200 mg

Purpose

Saline Laxative

Use

  • for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
  • this product generally produces bowel movement in 30 minutes to 6 hours

Warnings

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • kidney disease
  • a magnesium-restricted diet
  • stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
  • noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug.

  • This product may interact with certain prescription drugs. As with any OTC medicine, you should consult a doctor or pharmacist before using if you are taking a prescription drug.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition.
  • you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week

Can I take it if pregnant or breast-feeding?

  • As with any OTC medicine, you should consult a doctor or pharmacist before using if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Keep out of reach of children

  • In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

  • Drink a full glass (8oz) of liquid with each dose
  • Dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses
  • Do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose in a 24 hour period

Adults and children 12 years of age and over

2 to 4 chews

Children 6 to under 12 years of age

1 to 2 chews

Children under 6 years of age

Ask a doctor

 

Other information

  • Each chew contains: magnesium 500 mg, sodium 2 mg
  • Store at room temperatures 20o-25o C (68o – 77o F)

Inactive Ingredients:

Corn syrup, FD&C red no. 40, glycerin, hydrogenated coconut oil, lecithin (soy), natural flavor, sucrose, water.