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Glycerin
- Dosage form
- SUPPOSITORY
- Labeler
- H E B
- Label updated
- 2025-10-24
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-07
- Active ingredients
- GLYCERIN
Active ingredient (in each suppository)
Glycerin 2g
Purpose
Laxative
Uses
- for relief of occassional constipation
- this product generally produces 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 you have
- abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting
- a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks
- already used a laxative formore than 1 week
Stop use and consult a doctor if you have
- rectal bleeding
- no bowel movement after 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 dose
adult and children 6 years and over - 1 suppository, or as directed by a doctor
chidren 2 to under 6 years - use Child Suppositories
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
Questions or comments?
1-800-492-5988
Label
[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]
The product package shown above represents a sample of that currently in use. Additional packaging may also be available.Adult Glycerin Suppositories, 50 count
Distributed by H-E-B, San Antonio, TX 78204 1002
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DailyMed Set ID: 3d03ce42-e671-6d76-e054-00144ff8d46c · Version 10
NDC: 37808-398