Overview
- Active ingredient
- Glycerin
- Established class
- Non-Standardized Chemical Allergen
- Physiologic effect
- Increased Histamine Release; Cell-mediated Immunity; Increased IgG Production
- Chemical structure
- Allergens; Glycerol
- Route
- Rectal
- Label date
- 2026-05-05
Indications and usage
Uses
- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
- generally, produces bowel movement in ¼ to 1 hour
Purpose
Laxative
Dosage and administration
Directions Children 2 to under 6 years 1 suppository per day or as directed by a doctor Children under 2 years Ask a doctor Insert 1 suppository well into the rectum. To produce laxative action, suppository is designed to dissolve only partially and may not be noticeable
Warnings
For rectal use only
Do not use
laxative products for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use if
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- stomach pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks
When using this product
this product, your child may have rectal discomfort or a burning sensation
Stop use and ask a doctor if
and ask a doctor if your child has rectal bleeding or fails to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Active ingredient (label)
(in each suppository) Glycerin, USP 1 grams
Inactive ingredients
Purified water, sodium hydroxide, stearic acid
Keep out of reach of children
of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)