About glycerin suppositories

Description

Colace (glycerin) Suppositories–laxative for adults and children

Active Ingredient (per suppository):   Colace Suppositories contains glycerin, USP 2.1 grams

Inactive Ingredients:   purified water, sodium hydroxide, stearic acid

USES

Relieves occasional constipation (irregularity). Generally produces a bowel movement in 1/4 to 1 hour.

Warnings

For rectal use only. Do not use laxative products for longer than 1 week unless told to do so by a doctor. Ask a doctor before use if you have stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks. When using this product you may have rectal discomfort or a burning sensation. Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

DOSAGE

How Supplied

Adults and Children Suppositories:   Jars of 12, 24, 48, 100.

Copyright 2003, 2004, Purdue Products L.P.,

Stamford, CT 06901-3431

PRODUCT PHOTO(S):

NOTE: These photos can be used only for identification by shape, color, and imprint. They do not depict actual or relative size.

The product samples shown here have been supplied by the manufacturer. While every effort has been made to assure accurate reproduction, please remember that any visual identification should be considered preliminary. In cases of poisoning or suspected overdosage, the drug’s identity should be verified by chemical analysis.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Glycerin rectal suppository side effects

What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

• Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
• Very bad belly pain.
• Bleeding from rectum or rectal pain.

What are some other side effects of this drug?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

• Upset stomach.
• Stomach cramps.
• Gas.
• Diarrhea.
• Burning.
• Rectal irritation.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to glycerin: compounding liquid, oral solution, rectal enema, rectal suppository

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects associated with rectal administration have included rectal discomfort, irritation, burning or griping, cramping pain, tenesmus, abdominal discomfort, and diarrhea. Hyperemia of the rectal mucosa with minimal amounts of hemorrhage and mucus discharge has been reported.^[Ref]

Source:

https://www.drugs.com/sfx/glycerin-side-effects.html

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