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FLEET

Dosage form
SUPPOSITORY
Labeler
C.B. Fleet Company, Inc.
Label updated
2025-10-30
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
GLYCERIN
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Label information

Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each suppository)

Glycerin 2g

Purpose

Hyperosmotic laxative 

Uses
  • for relief of occasional constipation 
  • this product usually produces bowel movement in ¼ to 1 hour
Warnings

For rectal use only.

Do not use

laxative products when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present unless directed by a doctor.  

Ask a doctor before using any laxative if you

  • have a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks 
  • already used a laxative for more than 1 week 

When using this product

rectal discomfort or burning sensation may occur.  

Stop using this product and consult a doctor if you have

  • 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 (per 24 hours) 

adults and children 6 years and over  1 suppository or as directed by a doctor 
children 2 to under 6 years  use Fleet® Pedia-Lax®™ Suppositories 
children under 2 years  consult a doctor 

Insert suppository well up into rectum, to produce laxative action. Suppository is designed to dissolve only partially, which may not be noticeable. 

Other information
  • Store container tightly closed. 
  • Keep away from excessive heat. 
  • Mouth of jar sealed for safety. If foil imprinted with green Fleet® emblem is missing or torn, do not use. 
Inactive ingredients

aloe vera leaf, edetate disodium, purified water, sodium hydroxide, stearic acid 

Questions?

1-866-255-6960 or www.fleetlabs.com 

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Fleet®
Glycerin
Laxative suppositories
24 adult suppositories

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 1e529ef1-5ffb-4fc5-989d-0057776e4348 · Version 1
NDC: 0132-0090