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Glycerin

Dosage form
SUPPOSITORY
Labeler
CVS Pharmacy
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 1g

Purpose

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 or a burning sensation

Ask a Doctor before using any 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

childrien 2 to under 6 1 suppository, or as directed by a doctor

children under 2 years ask a doctor

Insert suppository well up into rectum.

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

CVS_Ped 25ct.jpg

Pediatric Glycerin Suppositories 25 count, CVS

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 3a59c4a9-5f86-406a-e054-00144ff8d46c · Version 10
NDC: 69842-722