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Suppositories for constipation
Glycerol 2250 mg are suppositories for the short-term treatment of occasional constipation.
One adult suppository contains:
Active ingredient: Glycerol 2250 mg.
Excipients: Sodium bicarbonate and sodium stearate, both used to give the physical properties required for Glycerol suppositories.
The correct dose is the minimum sufficient to produce easy evacuation.
It is advisable to initially use the minimum doses provided.
Adults and adolescents (12-18 years): 1 adult suppository as needed, for a maximum of 1 or 2 administrations per day.
Instructions for use
Remove the suppository from its container and then, if necessary, moisten it to facilitate rectal insertion.
If the suppositories appear softened, immerse the containers in cold water before opening them.
In children under twelve years of age, the medicine can only be used after consulting your doctor.
Take at least 2 hours before or after meals, as the medicine may interfere with the absorption of nutrients and vitamins.
Laxatives should be used as infrequently as possible and for no more than seven days.
A diet rich in liquids promotes the effect of the medicine.
Laxatives should be used as infrequently as possible and for no more than seven days. seven days.
Use for longer periods of time requires a doctor's prescription after adequate evaluation of the individual case.
The treatment of chronic or recurrent constipation always requires medical intervention for diagnosis, prescription of drugs and monitoring during therapy.
It is also advisable for elderly or unhealthy subjects to consult their doctor before using the medicine.
Abuse of laxatives can cause persistent diarrhea with consequent loss of water, mineral salts (especially potassium) and other essential nutritional factors.
In the most serious cases of abuse, dehydration or hypokalemia may occur, which can lead to cardiac or neuromuscular dysfunction, especially in the case of concomitant treatment with cardiac glycosides, diuretics or corticosteroids.
Abuse of laxatives, especially contact laxatives (stimulant laxatives), can cause serious complications. cause dependence (and, therefore, the possible need to gradually increase the dosage), chronic constipation and loss of normal intestinal functions (intestinal atony).
In episodes of constipation, it is recommended first of all to correct eating habits by integrating the daily diet with an adequate intake of fiber and water.
In episodes of constipation, it is recommended first of all to correct eating habits by integrating the daily diet with an adequate intake of fiber and water.
When using laxatives, it is advisable to drink at least 6-8 glasses of water or other liquids per day to help soften the stool.
Important information on some excipients: There is no relevant information regarding the excipients used, as they are solely substances (also used as food additives) normally used to give the necessary physical characteristics (consistency, etc.) to the suppository mass under normal conditions of storage and therapeutic use.
No specific interaction studies have been performed.
It is known that laxatives can reduce the residence time in the intestine, and consequently also the absorption of other drugs taken orally at the same time.
It is therefore recommended that, after taking an oral medicine, wait at least 2 hours before taking a laxative.
The following are the side effects of glycerol organised according to the systemic organ classification. MedDRA.
There are insufficient data to establish the frequency of the individual effects listed.
Gastrointestinal disorders: isolated cramping pain or abdominal colic and diarrhea, with loss of fluids and electrolytes, more frequent in cases of severe constipation, as well as rectal irritation.
No cases of overdose have been reported.
In any case, excessive doses (laxative abuse - frequent or prolonged use or with excessive doses) can cause abdominal pain, persistent diarrhea with consequent loss of water, mineral salts (especially potassium) and other essential nutrients.
Losses of fluids and electrolytes must be replaced.
Electrolyte imbalances are characterized by the following symptoms: thirst, vomiting, weakness, edema, bone pain (osteomalacia) and hypoalbuminemia.
In more severe cases, the following symptoms may occur: In severe cases, dehydration or hypokalemia may occur, which may lead to cardiac or neuromuscular dysfunction, especially in the case of concomitant treatment with cardiac glycosides, diuretics or corticosteroids.
Abuse of laxatives, especially contact laxatives (stimulant laxatives), can cause dependence (and, therefore, the possible need to gradually increase the dosage), chronic constipation and loss of normal intestinal functions (intestinal atony).
No adequate and well-controlled studies have been carried out on the use of the medicine during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Although there are no obvious contraindications to the use of the medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding, it is recommended to take the medicine only when necessary and under medical supervision.
Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.
Store in the original packaging to protect the medicine from moisture and away from direct sources of heat.
18 suppositories
This product has been on sale since 28/07/2022
In the last 30 days, the product's lowest price was 3,13 €
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