Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Colace as follows: Do not increase the dose of Colace intake without consulting your doctor, to derive the desired effect of having a bowel movement. Colace interferes with the absorption of many prescription medications. So, space Colace out by at least 2 hours from other medications. Discuss with your doctor regarding the safety of using Colace with your other medications. If you miss a dose, [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Colace as follows: Do not use lubricant laxatives, such as, mineral oil with Colace. Concurrent use of both these laxatives can result in increased absorption of mineral oil into the body that gets deposited in various vital organs, contributing to their inflammation. Discontinue using Colace, if you experience any acute abdominal pain or rectal bleed. Since Colace adds large amounts of water to stool, caution [...]

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Colace as follows: Undiagnosed abdominal pain Colace usually is contraindicated in individuals with undiagnosed abdominal pain and cramping, as these complaints can deteriorate further with use of Colace. Rectal bleed Colace is contraindicated in individuals with history of rectal bleed, as these individuals are at risk for exacerbation of this complaint with use of Colace. Intestinal strictures Colace can occasionally cause intestinal blocks in individuals with intestinal strictures [...]

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Colace as follows: Nausea and vomiting Nauseating sensation with feeling of vomiting is a very frequent side effect of Colace, especially the liquid form of Colace. So, taking Colace along with some fruit juice or soda can help to avoid the nausea. Diarrhea and dehydration Colace sometimes causes excessive laxative effect, resulting in diarrhea. This can result in excessive fluid and electrolyte loss, leading to dehydration. [...]

Patient was educated on how to take Colace as follows: Take the liquid form of Colace by measuring it with a proper measuring spoon to avoid overdosing on the medication. Mix the stool softener thoroughly in a cup with about one or two oz. of fruit juice before drinking it. This will help contain the unpleasant nauseating sensation of the laxative. If you are using a pill, take the pill after food at bedtime with [...]