Docusate Sodium (DSS) enjoys the reputation of being one of the most versatile and effective anionic surfactants (surface active agents) used by the Industry. It has excellent wetting, solubilizing, dispersing and emulsifying properties allowing it to be used in a multiplicity of applications in pharmaceutical formulations especially in oral dosage forms. Cytec’s DSS is of exceptionally high purity and has a valid Drug Master File no. with the USFDA.

DSS is virtually free from adverse reactions, non habit-forming and causes the least possible disturbance of normal body physiology. It is effective alone or in combination with peristaltic stimulants and bulking agents in the treatment of constipation. It is also an effective wetting agent in topically applied medical preparations like creams, lotions and ointments.