Question 1

is it safe to give my 20 day old newborn pedia lax liquid glycerin suppositories if she isn't making regular diapers?

Accepted Answer

Glycerin suppository: It is not safe to give to her every day, however if she hasnt gone in 3 days, it is safe to use this. Newborn stool patterns can be unusual, if her bowel movements are not hard when she does go, probably not necessary to use at all.

Question 2

how effective are glycerin suppositories?

Accepted Answer

Good: They could be quite effective. But if constipation continues please discuss with your doctor.

Question 3

what are the effects of a glycerin suppository?

Accepted Answer

None: It's an inert substance that makes your stools come out. However, if you use it in excess, like anything else in life, you will develop problems.

Question 4

glycerin suppository side effect?

Accepted Answer

Probably not.: Glycerin is a pretty common substance, even found even in foods. Local application might cause irritation, but very unlikely to cause any other side effect.

Question 5

glycerin suppository side effects?

Accepted Answer

Slight discharge: Usually no appreciable side effects from glycerin suppositories. There is no medicinal ingredient- they act as a lubricant and can stimulate a bowel movement. May experience slight discharge as the suppository dissolves.

Question 6

can a glycerin suppository get stuck in rectum ?

Accepted Answer

Wouldn't matter: These dissolve over time after insertion (as long as you take the wrapper off).You may experience an odd sense of fullness after insertion as part of the condition that led to its use.

Question 7

do glycerin suppositories make your stonach hurt?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it may: Yes, glycerin suppository can cause abdominal cramps and pain.

Question 8

are there glycerin and propylene glycol free lotions?

Accepted Answer

CereVe: There is a line of creams, lotions, and cleansers called cereve, which is available over the counter.  They are free of propylene glycol.  They are expensive but worth it if you are allergic.  I have just become aware that I am allergic-- this propylene glycol is everywhere----deodorants, cottonelle wipes, etc, so just switching lotions may not be enough!  yikes! good luck to both of us !

Question 9

glycerin suppository side-effects beside the obvious?

Accepted Answer

Not sure what is: Obvious, but glycerine is the mildest of stimulants to help. It is discourage for people during chemotherapy when blood counts are low because anal stimulatin may allow bacterial entry into the blood stream, and bleeding in those with fragile hemorrhoids.

Question 10

can i use a glycerin suppository if i have diverticulitis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The glycerin will not impede recovery from an acute attack, and will not precipitate an attack in someone with stable diverticulosis.

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