Glycerin
About Glycerin
Glycerin belongs to a class of drugs called laxatives used to treat constipation. Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements in which the stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass.
Glycerin contains Glycerol that draws water into the intestine and softens stools. Thereby, it relieves constipation by making it easier to pass stools.
Use Glycerin as advised by your doctor/health care professional. In some cases, you may experience stomach cramps and irritation in or around the rectum. Most of these side effects of Glycerin do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Glycerol, avoid using Glycerin. If you have diabetes, consult your doctor before using Glycerin. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using Glycerin. Glycerin is not recommended for long-term use. If you need to use laxatives daily, seek medical advice..
Uses of Glycerin
Medicinal Benefits
Glycerin contains Glycerol used to treat constipation. Glycerin draws water into the intestine and softens stools. Thereby, it relieves constipation by making it easier to pass stools.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Glycerin
- Stomach cramps
- Irritation in or around the rectum
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Glycerol, avoid using Glycerin. If you have diabetes, inform your doctor before using Glycerin. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using Glycerin. Do not swallow the suppository. It is for rectal use only. In case of accidental swallowing, please consult a doctor. Glycerin is not recommended for long-term use. If you need to use laxatives daily, please consult a doctor.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have diabetes, bowel blockage or stomach problems, inform your doctor before using Glycerin.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionInteraction of alcohol with Glycerin is unknown. However, avoid or limit consumption of alcohol while on treatment with this medicine.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorUse of Glycerin should be avoided in the first three months of pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, please consult a doctor before using Glycerin.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorPlease consult a doctor before using Glycerin if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Driving
not applicableGlycerin usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
consult your doctorIf you have any concerns regarding the use of Glycerin in patients with liver diseases/conditions, please consult a doctor.
Kidney
consult your doctorIf you have any concerns regarding the use of Glycerin in patients with kidney diseases/conditions, please consult a doctor.
Children
consult your doctorPlease consult a doctor before using Glycerin in children.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Try maintaining a balanced diet, which includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
Stay hydrated, and drink enough water and fluids.
Exercise regularly and stay fit.
Get enough sleep.
Eat food rich in fibre, such as whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, flaxseed, nuts, beans, lentils, fruits (berries, apples, oranges, bananas, pears, figs), and vegetables (broccoli, spinach, sweet potatoes, avocados).
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Constipation: It refers to infrequent bowel movements in which stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass. Constipation is a condition in which the person has fewer than three bowel movements in a week. However, bowel patterns may vary from person to person. Symptoms include bloating, abdominal pain, and feeling as if the bowel movement is incomplete. Constipation occurs when the large intestine's normal muscle contractions slow down, which causes the incomplete elimination of the bowel from the body. Constipation could be associated with a sudden change of diet, a diet with less fibre, not drinking enough liquids, and a lack of exercise.
FAQs
Glycerin belongs to a class of drugs called laxatives used to treat constipation. Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements in which the stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass.
Glycerin contains Glycerol that draws water into the intestine and softens stools. Thus, relieves constipation by making it easier to pass stools.
Glycerin may cause diarrhoea due to bowel irritation in some patients. However, if the condition persists and worsens with fever, watery stools or consistent stomach pain, please consult a doctor.
You are recommended to consult a doctor before using Glycerin if you are diabetic, as it may interfere with sugar levels in the body.
After the insertion of the suppository, you may feel an immediate urge to go to the toilet. But to try to ignore this as Glycerin will not work for a minimum of 15 minutes. Therefore, it is advised to retain the suppository in place for at least 15 to 20 minutes.
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