Glycerin Suppository For Infant Constipation

How to use glycerin infant suppository this product is for rectal use only.

Glycerin suppository for infant constipation.

Constipation is best treated by drinking plenty of fluids eating foods high in fiber and exercising regularly. What do i need to tell my doctor before i take glycerin suppositories. If you have an allergy to glycerin or any other part of the drug. Constipation can also make a child feel quite poorly.

Don t use mineral oil stimulant laxatives or enemas to treat infant constipation. 1 to 1 7 g rectally once. Glycerin suppositories for infants provide an effective way to relieve constipation. Usual pediatric dose for constipation.

This method of treatment involves inserting the medication through the rectum area to promote bowel movement. However glycerin suppositories are only meant for occasional use. 2 to less than 6 years. If your baby is struggling it s been a few days since his or her last bowel movement and dietary changes haven t been effective it might help to place an infant glycerin suppository into your baby s anus.

2 3 g rectally once 6 years or older. If you are allergic to this medicine glycerin suppositories. Sometimes a child may try to hold the stool in because of previous pain when going to the toilet. Glycerin suppositories are used to stimulate emptying of the bowels and provide rapid relief from constipation.

5 6 g rectally once suppositories. 2 to less than 6 years. Rarely infant constipation is caused by an underlying condition such as hirschsprung s disease hypothyroidism or cystic fibrosis. It is used to treat constipation.

5 6 g rectally once suppositories. 2 to 3 g rectally once. Hyperosmotic laxatives should be used infrequently in single doses.