DulcoEase contains the active substance docusate sodium. This medicine is a laxative. It belongs to a group of medicines called ‘stool softeners’. DulcoEase is used to treat constipation in adults and children 12 years and over How DulcoEase works DulcoEase softens the stools (faeces). • It does this by increasing the amount of water within the stools (faeces) • This makes your bowel movements easier It helps you when: • You are constipated • You have piles • You have a tear in the lining of your anus (anal fissure)