Docusate salts (sodium and calcium) are widely available, non-prescription medications classified as stool softeners. To address questions about the effectiveness of stool softeners, Alberta Health Services has prepared a Drugs and Therapeutics Backgrounder with information about the efficacy, safety, and sustainability of docusate.
New ACP standards approved by Council
June 25, 2024
Standards of Practice for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians and Standards for the Operation of Licensed Pharmacies to take effect February 1, 2025.
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