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Glycerin rectal

Glycerin rectal is used as a laxative. It works by causing the intestines to hold more water, which softens the stool. More

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Description

Glycerin rectal is used as a laxative. It works by causing the intestines to hold more water, which softens the stool.

Generic Name

Glycerin rectal

Chemical names

NA

Brand names

Neotomic

IUPAC name

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Pharmacokinetics

NA

Actions

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Dosage/Dosage form

As suppositories, 2-3 g, rectally, once.

Therapeutic uses

For the treatment of Constipation 

Adverse effects/Side effects

NA

Interaction

NA

Contraindications

  • Glycerin rectal is contraindicated in children younger than 2 years old. Glycerin rectal should be administered only under medical supervision in such age group.
  • Glycerin rectal is contraindicated in patients with glycerin allergy. 

Storage

Store at 20-25°C.

Information

Molecular weight

NA

Molecular formula

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CAS number

NA

Precautions

Glycerin rectal should not be prescribed to patients with ulcerative colitis, toxic megacolon, nausea, vomiting, rectal bleeding, intestinal blockage and recent changes in bowel habits (over 2 weeks or over).