care brand Glycerin Suppositories 4g Adult Size (12 x 12 Suppositories)

Product Information

Related/similar drugs benzonatate, Benadryl, diphenhydramine, guaifenesin, MiraLAX, docusate, Colace How is this medicine (Glycerin Suppositories) best taken? Do not use this medicine (glycerin suppositories) for more than 1 week unless told to do so by your doctor. You may feel an immediate urge to go to the toilet. Try to ignore this as the suppository will not work for at least 15 minutes.

Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why this medicine has been prescribed for you. Your doctor may have prescribed it for another reason.

What Glycerol Suppositories are used for

Aside from these medications, rectal suppositories have been historically used for the administration of substances including hemorrhoid treatments and laxatives. Other medications that may be administered via rectal suppository can include: Remove any wrapping from the suppository. If you need to cut the suppository, carefully cut it lengthwise with a clean, single-edge razor blade.

Wash your hands with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer instead. Dry your hands with a clean towel or a paper towel.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/ tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. Prolonged use of Glycerol Suppositories is not recommended. Prolonged use of laxatives is undesirable. If your symptoms persist, consult your doctor. Taking other medicines The suppository should be inserted well up into the rectum. It does not need to melt completely to produce laxative action. Glycerin rectal suppositories/liquid suppositories usually cause evacuation of the colon within 15 to 60 minutes.