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   Glycerin

Glycerin
(rectal) (suppository)


Treats occasional constipation by making bowel movements regular. This medicine is a laxative.

ALTERNATE NAMES

Colace, Colace Infant/Child, Fleet Glycerin Maximum Strength, Fleet Glycerin Suppositories, Sani-Supp

 
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Glycerin
Colace, Colace Infant/Child, Fleet Glycerin Maximum Strength, Fleet Glycerin Suppositories, Sani-Supp
Uses
Treats occasional constipation by making bowel movements regular. This medicine is a laxative.

Storage
  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
  • You may store the suppositories in the refrigerator, but do not freeze them. Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of the used medicine applicator(s), containers, and any leftover medicine after you have finished your treatment.
  • You will also need to throw away old medicine after the expiration date has passed. Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.


How To Use
  • APPEARANCE: Suppository. Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how often.
  • Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to. This medicine comes with patient instructions.
  • Read and follow these instructions carefully.
  • Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. Never take rectal suppositories by mouth. Wash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.
  • Remove the foil or wrapper from the suppository before inserting it. Lie on your left side with your left leg straight or slightly bent, and your right knee bent upward.
  • Gently push the pointed end of the suppository into the rectum about 1 inch. Keep lying down for about 15 minutes to keep the suppository from coming out before it melts.
  • Then, wash your hands again. This medicine should cause you to have a bowel movement within 15 minutes to 1 hour.

Side Effects
  • Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects: Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing. Bleeding from your rectum.

Precautions
  • You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to glycerin.You should not use this medicine if you have rectal bleeding.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can.
  • If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose.
  • Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Drug Interactions
  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding. Make sure your doctor knows if you have stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, or if you have had a sudden change in bowel habits lasting longer than 2 weeks. If you do not have a bowel movement after using this medicine, stop using it and talk to your doctor. If your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse, call your doctor. This medicine should not be used for longer than one week.
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