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Glycerin

    Brands

    DEA Class; OTC

    Common Brand Names; 

    • Laxatives, Osmotic

    glycerin rectal (OTC)

    Brand and Other Names: Fleet Glycerin Suppositories, Fleet Liquid Glycerin Suppositories, Pedia-Lax Glycerin Suppositories, Pedia-Lax Liquid Glycerin Suppositories
    • Classes: Laxatives, Osmotic

    glycerin oropharyngeal (OTC)

    Brand and Other Names: Orajel Dry Mouth
    • Classes: Saliva Substitutes

    Simple polyol compound that is colorless, odorless, and sweet-tasting
    Commonly used rectally as a laxative; used topically to aid in wound management, in ophthalmic products as a lubricating agent for dry eye relief, and as an excipient in pharmacy compounding
    Also used as a sweetener in drug products and as a skin moisturizer

    Indicated for the treatment of occasional constipation.

    For wound management of stasis ulcers, pressure injuries (stages I-IV), 1st and 2nd degree burns, minor cuts, abrasions or skin irritations, post-operative incisions, and skin conditions associated with peristomal care.

    GI obstruction, severe impaction

    Burning sensation

    Cramping pain

    Rectal irritation

    Tenesmus

    Excessive bowel activity

    Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting present (unless directed by physician)

    Frequent or prolonged use of laxatives may result in dependence

    Rectal bleeding or failure to have bowel movement requires physician care

    Contact physician before use if experience sudden change in bowel habits that last >2 wk

    Do not use for longer than 1 wk

    If constipation continues after one week of use, contact your physician

    Contact physician if no bowel movement within 1 hr of using this product

    Keep out of reach of children; if swallowed accidentally, get medical help or contact poison control center right away

    Pregnancy category: Data not available

    Lactation: Unknown, but probably compatible with breastfeeding

    Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should seek advice of health professional before using OTC drugs

    Adults

    One 2 gram suppository rectally every 24 hours or as directed by a health care provider

    Geriatric

    One 2 gram suppository rectally every 24 hours or as directed by a health care provider

    Adolescents

    One 2 gram suppository rectally every 24 hours or as directed by a health care provider

    Children

    Children 6 years and older: One 2 gram suppository rectally every 24 hours or as directed by a health care provider
    Children 2 to 5 years: One 1 gram suppository rectally every 24 hours or as directed by a health care provider
    Children under 2 years: Safety and efficacy have not been established.

    Infants

    Safety and efficacy have not been established.

    Neonates

    Safety and efficacy have not been established.

    Glycerin

    suppositories

    • 1g
    • 1.5g
    • 2g
    • 2.1g
    • 2.8g

    suppository

    • 1g (Pedia-Lax, generic)
    • 2g (Fleet, generic)
    • 2.8g (Pedia-Lax liquid)

    oral gel

    • 18%