Glycerin Suppository For Infant Constipation

Glycerin suppositories for infants provide an effective way to relieve constipation.

Glycerin suppository for infant constipation. Hyperosmotic laxatives should be used infrequently in single doses. 5 6 g rectally once suppositories. Usual pediatric dose for constipation. Glycerin suppositories is one of the many treatment options for constipation.

2 to 3 g rectally once. How to use glycerin infant suppository this product is for rectal use only. Any part of this medicine glycerin suppositories. Constipation can also make a child feel quite poorly.

It is used to treat constipation. However glycerin suppositories are only meant for occasional use. Don t use mineral oil stimulant laxatives or enemas to treat infant constipation. This method of treatment involves inserting the medication through the rectum area to promote bowel movement.

Glycerin suppositories are used to stimulate emptying of the bowels and provide rapid relief from constipation. What do i need to tell my doctor before i take glycerin suppositories. 1 to 1 7 g rectally once. 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 to less than 6 years. Or any other drugs foods or substances tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had. Rarely infant constipation is caused by an underlying condition such as hirschsprung s disease hypothyroidism or cystic fibrosis.

If you are allergic to this medicine glycerin suppositories. 2 3 g rectally once 6 years or older. Constipation is best treated by drinking plenty of fluids eating foods high in fiber and exercising regularly.