They may also recommend stool softeners if you have recently given birth and you are struggling with your bowel movements. [substeps] Common brand name stool softeners include col-rite, colace, dss, diocto, dulcolax, docusil, and fleet sof-lax.
[header] How to take stool softeners [title] Get a prescription from your doctor. [step] Stool softeners should only be taken on your doctor's instruction. Your doctor can write a prescription for this medication for you to treat hemorrhoids or other bowel issues.