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Walgreens Children Glycerin Laxative

Dosage form
SUPPOSITORY
Labeler
Walgreens
Label updated
2022-12-19
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
GLYCERIN
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Active Ingredient

(in each suppository)
Glycerin, USP 1.2 grams

Uses

-relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)

-generally produces bowel movement in 1/4 to 1 hour

Warnings

For rectal use only

Do not use

Do not use laxative products for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor

Ask a doctor before use if your child have

Ask a doctor before use if your child have

- stomach pain - nausea - vomiting  - a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks

When using this product

When using this product your child may have rectal discomfort or a burning sensation

Stop use and ask a doctor if

Stop use and ask a doctor if your child has rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative.

These could be signs of a serious condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

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

Directions

children 2 to under 6 years...........carefully insert 1 suppository well into the rectum and retain for 15 minutes; it need not melt to produce laxative action.  Do not exceed 1 suppository daily or as directed by a doctor.

children under 2 years..................ask a doctor

Other information

-keep tightly closed

-avoid excessive heat

Inactive ingredients

purified water, sodium hydroxide, stearic acid

Purpose

Laxative

Product Label

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 3f1ba363-1f9c-462e-92d1-d55b786cff6f · Version 5
NDC: 0363-0440