Docusate Sodium with Senna (Laxsol®)
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For the treatment of constipation in child cancer
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Child cancer
Constipation
| Oral | |
| Child < 3 years | see coloxyl drops |
| Child 3 years - 6 years | 1 tablet OD |
| Child 6 years - 12 years | 1-2 tablets OD |
| Adult >12 years | 2-4 tablets |
Usually give large initial doses and reduce; acts in 1-2 days.
Preparations
50mg docusate and 8mg senna per tablet