Glycerol Suppositories

Description

• Glycerol belongs to a group of medicines which due to its mildly irritating action promotes the emptying of the bowels
• Used as a laxative for short term treatment of constipation

Active Ingredient

Suppository contains

• Glycerol 70% w/w

Directions

• Adults - moisten the tip of the suppository before use and insert into the rectum (back passage)

Caution

• Do not swallow
• Avoid using during the first 3 months of pregnancy
• Do not use if you beleive you have an intenal blockage
• Keep out of the reach and sight of children

Consult your doctor or pharmacist if

• Your symptoms persist
• You know you are sensitive to any of the ingredients
• You are pregnent, planning to become pregnent or breastfeeding

Side effects

Can sometimes cause side effects although these are usually minor

• Stomach cramp