Glycerin

Brands

DEA Class; OTC

Common Brand Names; 

  • Laxatives, Osmotic

glycerin rectal (OTC)

Brand and Other Names: Fleet Glycerin Suppositories, Fleet Liquid Glycerin Suppositories, Pedia-Lax Glycerin Suppositories, Pedia-Lax Liquid Glycerin Suppositories
  • Classes: Laxatives, Osmotic

glycerin oropharyngeal (OTC)

Brand and Other Names: Orajel Dry Mouth
  • Classes: Saliva Substitutes

Simple polyol compound that is colorless, odorless, and sweet-tasting
Commonly used rectally as a laxative; used topically to aid in wound management, in ophthalmic products as a lubricating agent for dry eye relief, and as an excipient in pharmacy compounding
Also used as a sweetener in drug products and as a skin moisturizer

Indicated for the treatment of occasional constipation.

For wound management of stasis ulcers, pressure injuries (stages I-IV), 1st and 2nd degree burns, minor cuts, abrasions or skin irritations, post-operative incisions, and skin conditions associated with peristomal care.

GI obstruction, severe impaction

Burning sensation

Cramping pain

Rectal irritation

Tenesmus

Excessive bowel activity

Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting present (unless directed by physician)

Frequent or prolonged use of laxatives may result in dependence

Rectal bleeding or failure to have bowel movement requires physician care

Contact physician before use if experience sudden change in bowel habits that last >2 wk

Do not use for longer than 1 wk

If constipation continues after one week of use, contact your physician

Contact physician if no bowel movement within 1 hr of using this product

Keep out of reach of children; if swallowed accidentally, get medical help or contact poison control center right away

Pregnancy category: Data not available

Lactation: Unknown, but probably compatible with breastfeeding

Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should seek advice of health professional before using OTC drugs

Adults

One 2 gram suppository rectally every 24 hours or as directed by a health care provider

Geriatric

One 2 gram suppository rectally every 24 hours or as directed by a health care provider

Adolescents

One 2 gram suppository rectally every 24 hours or as directed by a health care provider

Children

Children 6 years and older: One 2 gram suppository rectally every 24 hours or as directed by a health care provider
Children 2 to 5 years: One 1 gram suppository rectally every 24 hours or as directed by a health care provider
Children under 2 years: Safety and efficacy have not been established.

Infants

Safety and efficacy have not been established.

Neonates

Safety and efficacy have not been established.

Glycerin

suppositories

  • 1g
  • 1.5g
  • 2g
  • 2.1g
  • 2.8g

suppository

  • 1g (Pedia-Lax, generic)
  • 2g (Fleet, generic)
  • 2.8g (Pedia-Lax liquid)

oral gel

  • 18%
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