Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Calax (Docusate-calcium).
General: If you experience a sudden change in your bowel movements that lasts for 2 weeks or more, do not take Calax (Docusate-calcium) without talking to your doctor. If you take Calax (Docusate-calcium) for 1 week and it does not seem to help with your constipation or if rectal bleeding occurs, stop taking Calax (Docusate-calcium) and contact your doctor.
Medical conditions: Docusate calcium is not recommended for people who have Appendicitis, symptoms of appendicitis (e.g., nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain), bleeding from the rectum, undiagnosed bleeding, Congestive Heart Failure, high blood pressure, fecal impaction, or intestinal obstruction.
Overuse and prolonged use: Overusing or using Calax (Docusate-calcium) for long periods of time may cause your bowels to become dependent on the medication. Unless recommended by your doctor, do not use Calax (Docusate-calcium) for longer than 1 week.
Pregnancy: Calax (Docusate-calcium) should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Calax (Docusate-calcium), contact your doctor.
Breast-feeding: It is not known if docusate calcium passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Calax (Docusate-calcium), it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.