Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Glycerin
Chemical Class
Propanetriol
What is Glycerinpure?
Uses
Glycerin rectal is used as a laxative to relieve occasional constipation or irregular bowel movements. Glycerin rectal may also be used f...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Propanetriol
It belongs to Propanetriol. It belongs to Diuretics and Emollient pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Glycerin is 92.09. It is weakly acidic drug, 2.60% solution of the drug is isotonic.
How to Take It
1
Adult · PO
500 mg — 24 hourly
Maintenance, As Required
2
Adult · PO
1000 to 1500 mg — 24 hourly
Initial
Safety Alerts
You should not use glycerin rectal if you are allergic to it
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if glycerin is safe to use if you have or have ever had: nausea, vomiting, stomach pain
a change in bowel habits that has lasted for 2 weeks or longer
or used another laxative for longer than 1 week
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
Important Warnings
Follow all directions on the label and package
Use exactly as directed
Tell your healthcare provider if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies
Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction : hivesdifficult breathingswelling of your facelipstongueor throat. Glycerin rectal may cause serious side effects. Stop using glycerin rectal and call your doctor at once if you have: stomach painnauseavomitingrectal bleedingor no bowel movement within 1 hour after use. Common side effects of glycerin may include: rectal discomfort or burning. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Drug Interactions
Other drugs may affect glycerin rectal
including prescription and over-the-counter medicines
vitamins
and herbal products . Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use.
Storage
Liq Store Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture. Suppositories Store Below 25°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Price Intelligence
Rs 61.75
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