COLACE® CLEAR

As the first dye-free formula in the market, Colace® Clear is a stool softener capsule ideal for colonoscopy preparations as well as treating occasional constipation. It also helps with occasional constipation associated with certain medical conditions.

Therapeutic Class (Gastroenterology):

Laxative

Form:

Capsules

Strength:

100 gm / capsule

Format:
  • 60 capsules
  • 100 capsules
Ingredients:

Active ingredient: Docusate Sodium. 

Inactive ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, PEG-400, Propylene Glycol, Sorbitol Sorbitan Solution. 

Indications/Description:
  • Dye-free and lower strength formulation that softens hard, painful stool.
  • Stimulant-free for gentle, comfortable relief of occasional constipation.
  • Generally, produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours.
Directions for use:
  • For adults and children 12 years and over: 1 or 2 capsules once or twice per day. Do not exceed 4 capsules in 24 hours.
  • For children between 6 to 11 years: 1 capsule per day. No more than 1 capsule in 24 hours.
Warnings/Precautions:
  • Always drink at least one full glass of water when taking Colace® Clear Capsules.
  • Never take more than the recommended dose.
Storage:

Store between 15°C and 25°C. Keep out of reach of children.


For more information, visit https://colace.ca.

Colace® is a registered trademark of Norwell Consumer Healthcare Inc.

These products may not be suitable for everyone. Read the labels and follow the directions of use.

For additional information, contact us at 1-877-595-2293 or by email at customercare@norwellcanada.ca.

This website is intended for educational purposes only and is in no way intended to substitute for professional medical advice, to contradict medical advice given, or to provide medical care of any kind.

To be sure this product is suitable for you, always read and follow the label. As with any medication, speak to your doctor before using.

COLACE® GLYCERIN SUPPOSITORIES

Providing gentle, fast-acting relief of occasional constipation for adults and children, Colace® Glycerin Suppositories are easy to use and often work in as little as 15 to 30 minutes. It works by dissolving inside the rectum lubricating, irritating and softening faecal matter.

Therapeutic Class (Gastroenterology):

Laxative

Form:

Suppositories

Strength:
  • ​For infants & children: 1440 mg of Glycerin in each suppository.
  • For adults: 2600 mg of Glycerin in each suppository.
Format:
  • For infants & children: 12 suppositories
  • For adults: 12 suppositories
  • For adults: 24 suppositories
  • For adults: 48 suppositories
Ingredients:

Medicinal ingredient: Glycerin. 

Non-medicinal ingredient: Sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate, stearic acid.

Indications/Description:
  • Gentle, fast acting relief of occasional constipation.
  • Often works in as little as 15 to 30 minutes.
  • Works by dissolving inside the rectum lubricating, and irritating and softening fecal matter.
  • Prevents haemorrhoids, which is typically caused by straining during difficult bowel movement.
Directions for use:
  • Remove suppository from wrapper.
  • Insert suppository into rectum and allow to remain for 15 to 30 minutes.
  • Use bathroom immediately when you feel the urge to have a bowel movement.
  • It is not necessary for the suppository to melt to be effective.
  • Use one suppository per day.
Warnings/Precautions:
  • Intended for rectal use only. Do not consume orally.
  • Do not use if you have abdominal pain, nausea, fever or vomiting.
  • Do not use for more than 1 week unless advised by a physician.
  • Use suppositories only at home as a bowel movement can occur immediately in some cases.
  • Even if rectum feels dry, do not use petroleum jelly or other lubricants. This interferes with the absorption of the medication.
Storage:

Store between 15°C and 30°C. Keep out of reach of children. 


For more information, visit https://colace.ca.

Colace® is a registered trademark of Norwell Consumer Healthcare Inc.

These products may not be suitable for everyone. Read the labels and follow the directions of use.

For additional information, contact us at 1-877-595-2293 or by email at customercare@norwellcanada.ca.

This website is intended for educational purposes only and is in no way intended to substitute for professional medical advice, to contradict medical advice given, or to provide medical care of any kind.

To be sure this product is suitable for you, always read and follow the label. As with any medication, speak to your doctor before using.

COLACE® STOOL SOFTENER

Colace® Stool Softener treats occasional constipation, including constipation associated with certain medical conditions. It is stimulant-free to provide safe, gentle, comfortable, and effective relief, generally producing bowel movements in 12 to 72 hours. 

Therapeutic Class (Gastroenterology):

Laxative

Form:

Drops / Syrup

Strength:

30 mL / 250 mL

Format:
  • Drops: 30 mL pack
  • Syrup: 250 mL pack
Ingredients:

Drops:

Active ingredient: Docusate Sodium (10 mg /mL). 

Non-active ingredients: Citric Acid, Methylparaben, PEG-400, Poloxamer 188, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Red 33, Sodium citrate, Vanillin, Water. 

 

Syrup:

Active ingredients: Docusate sodium (4 mg / mL). 

Non-active ingredients: Citric Acid Anhydrous, D&C Red No. 33, FD&C Red No. 40, Ethyl Alcohol, Menthol, Methylparaben, Orange Flavour, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Essential Oil, PEG-400, Poloxamer 188, Propylparaben, Purified Water, Sodium Citrate Dihydrate, Sucrose. 

Indications/Description:
  • Contains a medication called docusate sodium.
  • Softens stool for easier, more comfortable bowel movements.
  • Alleviates the need to strain during bowel movements.
  • Typically produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours.
  • Improves the frequency of bowel movements.
Directions for use:

​Drops:

  • Add drops to one-half glass (120 mL) of milk or fruit juice. Use only the measuring device provided.
  • For adults and children 12 years of age and older: Take 10 to 20 mL one to two times per day with a half glass of milk or fruit juice. Do so until bowel movements are normal. Do not take more than 48 mL.
  • For children 6 to 11 years of age: Take 5 mL one to two times a day with half glass of milk or fruit juice. Do so until bowel movements are normal. Do not take more than 15 mL.

 

​Syrup:

  • Use only measuring device provided.
  • For adults and children 12 years of age and older: Take 20 mL one to two times a day with a half glass of milk or juice. Do so until bowel movements are normal. Do not take more than 120 mL.
  • For children 6 to 11 years of age: Take 15 mL one to two times a day with half a glass of milk or fruit juice. Do so until bowel movements are normal. Do not take more than 37.5 mL.
Warnings/Precautions:
  • When using, drink lots of fluids (one full glass or more).
  • Do not use if you have abdominal pain, nausea, fever, or vomiting.
  • Do not use if you are on a low salt diet.
  • Do not use with other medicines or if you are taking mineral oil.
  • Avoid using any stool softening or laxative products for more than 7 days.
Storage:

Store between 15°C and 25°C. Keep package upright and sealed tight. Keep out of reach of children.


For more information, visit https://colace.ca.

Colace® is a registered trademark of Norwell Consumer Healthcare Inc.

These products may not be suitable for everyone. Read the labels and follow the directions of use.

For additional information, contact us at 1-877-595-2293 or by email at customercare@norwellcanada.ca.

This website is intended for educational purposes only and is in no way intended to substitute for professional medical advice, to contradict medical advice given, or to provide medical care of any kind.

To be sure this product is suitable for you, always read and follow the label. As with any medication, speak to your doctor before using.

COLACE® PLUS

Colace® Plus contains both docusate sodium, a stool softener, and standardised senna concentrate, a laxative that helps to gently stimulate motility of the intestines. By bringing both effective benefits together, it provides best overall relief of occasional constipation and digestive health. 

Therapeutic Class (Gastroenterology):

Laxative

Form:

Tablets

Strength:

50 mg of docusate sodium & 8.6 mg of sennosides / tablet

Format:

30 tablets / box

Ingredients:

Active ingredients: Docusate Sodium, Sennosides.

Non-active ingredients: Lactose Monohydrate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Croscarmellose Sodium, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Magnesium Stearate, Talc, FD&C Red No.40, Silicon, Polyethylene Glycol, FD&C Blue No.2, Titanium Dioxide.

Indications/Description:
  • Contains docusate sodium and a natural laxative known as standardised senna.
  • Gentle stimulation of the intestines to improve bowel movement and promote good digestive health.
  • Reduces discomfort associated with constipation and hardened stool.
  • Reliable relief from occasional constipation in 6 to 12 hours.
Directions for use:
  • Drink increased fluids of one full glass or more.
  • For adults and children 12 years of age and older: Take 1 to 2 tablets at bedtime. Do not take more than 7 tablets in 24 hours.
Warnings/Precautions:
  • Do not use if you have abdominal pain, nausea, fever, vomiting, appendicitis, blocked intestine, inflamed bowl, Crohn’s disease or bowel ulcer gastrointestinal tract.
  • Do not use if severely dehydrated.
  • Do not use within 2 hours of other medicines or if you are taking mineral oil.
  • Do not use if you are on a low salt diet.
  • Avoid using any stool softening or laxative products for more than 7 days.
  • Stop use and ask a doctor if rectal bleeding occurs.
Storage:

Store between 15°C and 25°C. Keep package sealed tight. Keep out of reach of children.


For more information, visit https://colace.ca.

Colace® is a registered trademark of Norwell Consumer Healthcare Inc.

These products may not be suitable for everyone. Read the labels and follow the directions of use.

For additional information, contact us at 1-877-595-2293 or by email at customercare@norwellcanada.ca.

This website is intended for educational purposes only and is in no way intended to substitute for professional medical advice, to contradict medical advice given, or to provide medical care of any kind.

To be sure this product is suitable for you, always read and follow the label. As with any medication, speak to your doctor before using.