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Glycerin

Dosage form
SUPPOSITORY
Labeler
Chain Drug Marketing Association Inc.
Label updated
2025-10-29
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
GLYCERIN
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Active ingredient (in each suppository)

Glycerin 2.1 g

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 of 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 for more 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 dosage

adults and children 6 years and over         1 suppository, or as directed by a doctor

children 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

Glycerin Suppositories, 50 count

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

Glycerin Suppositories, 50 count

Distributed by Quality Choice

Novi, MI 48376-0995

www.qualitychoice.com

QC_50ct.jpg

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 424d91f0-ecf9-6d9b-e063-6394a90a8006 · Version 1
NDC: 83324-284