Question 1

i have constant dry itchy rough skin on my hands possibly psoriasis what can you recommend i'm using glycerin hand cream, is there something else?

Accepted Answer

Contact dermatitis?: This is what you need to rule out first. Consider all the possible exposures you may have. Glove up for those you cannot change, change those you can, and try a bit of hydrocortisone cream at night. If this doesn't help after two weeks, get seen.

Question 2

is glycerin antimicrobial?

Accepted Answer

No: It has little or no antibacterial effect.

Question 3

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 4

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 5

what is the best glycerin suppository?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest: They are all the same.

Question 6

how effective are glycerin suppositories?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

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 8

can you tell me how glycerin suppositories work?

Accepted Answer

Hyperosmotic laxativ: It works by drawing water into the intestines. The effect is to cause a bowel movement usually within 15 to 60 minutes.

Question 9

what can happen if you eat a glycerin suppository?

Accepted Answer

Probably nothing: No active medicinal ingredient in glycerin suppositories as they act as a lubricant.  Glycerin is generally not harmful if ingested- but that is not recommended.

Question 10

what will happen if you eat a glycerin suppository?

Accepted Answer

Nothing : Nothing. But why do you want to eat one?

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I have constant dry itchy rough skin on my hands possibly psoriasis what can you recommend i'm using glycerin hand cream, is there something else?

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Is glycerin antimicrobial?

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What is the shelf life for glycerin tablet?

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Do glycerin suppositories expire?

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What is the best glycerin suppository?

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How effective are glycerin suppositories?

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What will happen if you eat a glycerin suppository?

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