Glycerin rectal suppositories are a very common over-the-counter solution to constipation. Here’s what you need to know about them:
Purpose and Function
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- They are mostly used to relieve constipation for example once in a while.
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- They cause more water to flow into your intestines, indirectly making stool soft and moving it out of the large colon.
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- They often take effect from 15 minutes to 1 hour after administration.
How to Use
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- First, unwrap the suppository if at all it is inside the cover of a wrapper.
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- If the suppository is dry, dampen it with a little water.
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- Insert it into rectum (Place it where you are directed to; usually about 1 inch depth)
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- Whenever possible, try to keep it inside the rectum for 15-20 minutes.
Benefits
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- Instant, brief relief from constipation
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- Most adults and children are usually secure while using it.
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- A serious side effect like progesterone only in a pregnant woman is only allowed with a doctor’s order.
Potential Side Effects
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- Itching and skin sores can be the result of glycerin applied rectally.
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- Some may feel a sensation of a sting or a burn at the insertion site, which will probably improve.
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- Pain can be a result of rectal glycerin.
Do not forget to get your doctor’s advice first, especially for giving these small things to babies. No changes in textarea, content is sent to server!