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Glycerin

Dosage form
SUPPOSITORY
Labeler
Chain Drug Consortium LLC
Label updated
2025-10-24
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
GLYCERIN
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active ingredient (in each suppository)

Glycerin 1 g

Purpose

Hyperosmotic laxative

Uses
  • for relief of occasional constipation
  • this product generally produces a bowel movement in 1/4 to 1 hour
Warnings

For rectal use only

May cause rectal discomfort of burning sensation

Ask a Doctor before using laxative if child has

  • abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting
  • a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than two weeks
  • already used a laxative for more than 1 week

Stop use and consult a doctor if child has

  • rectal bleeding
  • no bowel movement within 1 hour of using this product

These symptoms may indicate a serious condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

Single daily dosage
children 2 to under 6 years 1 suppository or as directed by a doctor
children under 2 years ask a doctor

Insert suppository well up intorectum.

Suppository need not melt completely to produce laxative action.

Other information
  • Store container tightly closed.
  • Keep away from excessive heat.
Inactive ingredients

purified water, sodium hydroxide, stearic acid

Pediatric Glycerin Suppositories, 25 count

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The product package shown above represents a sample of that currently in use. Additional packaging may also be available.

PediatricGlycerin Suppositories, 25 count

Distributed by Pharmacy Value Alliance, LLC

407 East Lancaster Avenue

Wayne, PA 19087

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 022dd494-cb3c-4fa7-be99-4c38fabdc612 · Version 13
NDC: 68016-161