Glycerin Suppositories: Alternative for constipation

It’s for short-term relief of constipation when other treatments have not worked. You should first try simple measures like incorporating fruit, vegetables, and foods high in fibre into your diet, increasing your exercise, and drinking plenty of water.

Glycerin suppositories (or Glycerol suppositories can be used in children and adults for relief of occasional constipation. The adult dose comes as 4g, meanwhile, the children’s dose is 2g or 1g. The children’s dose can also be used in adults if preferred.

Glycerin suppositories work by mildly irritating the lower bowels, encouraging them to get any poo that is in there, out.

Like all medications, don’t take them if you have previously had an allergic reaction to the medication or its components (glycerol), or if you have other medications or medical conditions where you would normally discuss with your doctor or pharmacist before starting something new. You should not use this medication if you are pregnant, unless under instruction by your doctor.

As with any medications, some people are bound to get some unwanted side effects. Some of the common ones include irritation and occasional abdominal cramps.