Question 1

what is the shelf life for glycerin tablet?

Accepted Answer

Nitroglycerin??: nitroglycerin is pretty sensitive to light and won't last long - check the bottle for expiration date, and don't count on it to help past that time. if you mean glycerol (like for inducing BM) that is unlikely to ever go bad.

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

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 5

is vegetable glycerin safe for inhalation? like for vaporizers

Accepted Answer

Vegetable glycerin: The most common side effect of inhalation of e-liquid containing vegetable glycerin is a dry mouth, sore throat, and thirst. These symptoms usually last a few days as the body gets used to the vegetable glycerin. These symptoms can be lessened by drinking more water and liquids then usual.

Question 6

is glycerin antimicrobial?

Accepted Answer

No: It has little or no antibacterial effect.

Question 7

do glycerin suppositories expire?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Every medication has expiration date.  The date is usually printed on the box and on the wrap of the product.

Question 8

what is the best glycerin suppository?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest: They are all the same.

Question 9

i'm curious what could happen if you eat a glycerin suppository?

Accepted Answer

Probably not much...: We had a rash of patients who misread their instructions and swallowed them instead of using them as directed.  One complained of a stomach ache...the rest, nothing happened.  Including no results from the suppository.

Question 10

does diluted glycerin fixes makeup on oily wide pore skin?

Accepted Answer

???: hi, Glycerin has Moisturizing nature and it's being used to keep the hair and skin moist and prevent breakage.

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