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Glycerin

Dosage form
SUPPOSITORY
Labeler
Everpharm LLC
Label updated
2026-06-16
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
GLYCERIN
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Label information

Drug Facts

Active ingredient

(in each suppository)

Glycerin, USP 2 g

Purpose

Hyperosmotic laxative

Uses

For relief of occasional constipation. This product usually produces a 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 use 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

This may indicate a serious condition.

If pregnant or breastfeeding,

ask a doctor before use. 

Keep out of reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Directions

Single Daily dosage: 1 suppository or as directed by a doctor

 Adults and children 6 years and over

  • tear wrapper prior to immediate use
  • remove the secondary wrapper before inserting into the rectum as follows:

hold suppository with pointed end up

carefully separate tabs with fingernail

- gently pull apart by pulling tabs down on both sides
   - remove suppository from wrapper
   - insert one suppository well up into the rectum

  • Children 2 to 6 years use Children's Glycerin Suppositories
  • Children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor
  • Suppository need not melt completely to produce laxative action   
Other information

• Only remove overwrap prior to immediate use

• Keep from excessive heat

• Do not use if overwrap is torn

Inactive ingredients

polyethylene glycol 400, sodium stearate

Questions?

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NDC 84415-039-50

Glycerin
Suppositories

2 g

Laxative

For fast, gentle reflief of occasional constipation

50 Individually Wrapped Adult Size Suppositories

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 5463f869-2b92-4551-e063-6394a90ad6f9 · Version 1
NDC: 84415-039