Cat Number: API577117

Docusate Sodium

CAS Number

577-11-7

Application

In North America, docusate and a stimulant laxative such as sennosides are commonly used in bowel treatment protocols associated with institutionalized elderly and oncology treatments.

appearance

WhiteDocusate sodium is a white or almost white, waxlike, bitter tasting,
plastic solid with a characteristic octanol-like odor. It is hygroscopic
and usually available in the form of pellets, flakes, or rolls of tissuethin
material.

Molecular Formula

C20H37O7S.Na

Synonyms

AEROSOL OT;AEROSOL OTB;AEROSOL(R) OT;AEROSOL(R) OT-100;AEROSOL(TM) OT;1,4-bis(2-ethylhexyl)sodiumsulfosuccinate;Sulfosuccinic acid, dioctyl ester, sodium salt;DIETHYLHEXYL SODIUM SULFOSUCCINATE

Certificates/Status

KDMF

444.56

Standard

USP/EP

Specification

a nondepolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent that is minimally hydrolyzed by human plasma cholinesterase.

bioactivity

Docusate Sodium is the sodium salt of docusate, a dioctyl salt and an emollient laxative with stool-softening activity. Docusate decreases surface tension and emulsification of fecal matter and allows water to penetrate and mix with stool. As a result, it softens the stool.

classification

digestive system drugs

Quality Specification

USP/EP

HOURS

Daily: 9.30 AM–6.00 PM
Sunday : 9.30 AM–1.00 PM
Holidays: Closed

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