Indications and uses
for relief of occassional constipation this product generally produces bowel movement in 1/4 to 1 hour
Glycerin
- Manufacturer
- H E B | DSC Laboratories, Inc.
- Effective date
- 2025-10-09
- Label type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
- Version
- 10
- Source
- full-release
- Hydrated at
- 2026-06-01 01:39:18
Label at a glance#
ProductGlycerin
Active ingredientGLYCERIN
Label structure9 sections
Dosage and administration
children 2 to under 6 years - 1 suppository, or as directed by a doctor chidren under 2 - ask a doctor Insert suppository well up into rectum. Suppository need not melt completely to produce laxative action.
Contacts and useful links#
Label contents#
Full prescribing information#
Active ingredient (in each suppository)
Glycerin 1g
Purpose
Laxative
Uses
- for relief of occassional constipation
- this product generally produces bowel movement in 1/4 to 1 hour
Warnings
For rectal use only
May cause rectal discomfort or a burning sensation.
Ask a doctor before using any laxative if child has
- abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting
- a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks
- already used a laxative formore than 1 week
Stop use and consult a doctor if child has
- rectal bleeding
- no bowel movement within 1 hour using this product
These symptoms may indicate a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions - single daily dose
children 2 to under 6 years - 1 suppository, or as directed by a doctor
chidren under 2 - ask a doctor
Insert suppository well up into rectum. Suppository need not melt completely to produce laxative action.
Other information
- Store container tightly closed.
- Keep away from excessive heat.
Inactive ingredients
purified water, sodium hydroxide, stearic acid
Questions or comments?
1-800-492-5988
Label
The product package shown below represents a sample of that currently in use. Additional packaging may also be available.
Pediatric Glycerin Suppositories, 25 count
Distributed by H-E-B, San Antonio, TX 78204 1002
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DailyMed RxNorm Mappings#
DailyMed Pharmacologic Classes#
| Class | Version | Type | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLYCERIN Pharmacologic Class Indexing | 2 | Indexing - Pharmacologic Class | 20180813 |
DailyMed Package Descriptions#
| Package NDC | Product | Description | Form | Quantity | Strength | SPL version |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37808-399-25 | Glycerin | 25 in 1 JAR | SUPPOSITORY | 25 | 10 |
Products#
Every source-derived product name is available through these pages.
- Glycerin
- STEARIC ACID
- SODIUM HYDROXIDE
- WATER
NDC Codes#
| Product NDC | Package NDC |
|---|---|
| 37808-399 | 37808-399-25 |
Ingredients#
Every source-derived ingredient row is available through these pages.
| Name | UNII | Kind |
|---|---|---|
| STEARIC ACID | 4ELV7Z65AP | IACT |
| GLYCERIN | PDC6A3C0OX | ACTIB |
| SODIUM HYDROXIDE | 55X04QC32I | IACT |
| WATER | 059QF0KO0R | IACT |
Source Document#
Older Hydrated Versions#
| Version | Effective date | Source | Hydrated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 2024-12-12 | full-release | 2026-06-01 00:43:09 |
openFDA label cross-check#
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| Brand | Generic | Manufacturer | SPL set ID | Effective date | Available safety fields | Join |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glycerin | GLYCERIN | H E B | 3d0566a1-57a5-6a31-e054-00144ff88e88 | 2025-10-09 | Warnings | 37808-399-25 37808-399 37808039925 40be616c-3b50-5071-e063-6294a90a5e4c 3d0566a1-57a5-6a31-e054-00144ff88e88 |
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