Question 1

Do suppositories work for fevers of 103 temp?

Accepted Answer

Acetominophen and Ibuprofen containg suppositories will help reduce a fever, while those used for constipation will not. Your pharmacist can suggest some if you are in doubt about what you are using.

Question 2

How soon will diclofenac suppositories take to work?

Accepted Answer

It may take about 10-20 minutes for it to start working.

Question 3

How long does it take terconazole suppositories to work?

Accepted Answer

Effect kicks in right away, but in order to reach peak it will take 4-8 hours after single dose;  assuming this is vaginal supp.

Question 4

What are the ways that fleet liquid glycerin suppositories works?

Accepted Answer

Glycerin suppositories are one of the most widely used rectal laxatives for relieving mild to moderate constipation in babies, adults, and children. Glycerin suppositories provide gentle, timely and effective relief from constipation with minimal side effects.	 Works by irritation, hydration and lubrication.

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Question 5

Can you tell me how glycerin suppositories work?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

Glycerin suppositories doesn't work. what do i do now?

Accepted Answer

If you are experiencing acute constipation or fecal impaction, home glycerin suppository is a good first step. You may also consider a fleets enema or a mineral oil enema as second line. If these are not working, a visit to your md or an er may be necessary for further management. General recommendation is to focus on prevention by plenty of fluids and high-fiber diet on a day to day basis.

Question 7

What should i do if a glycerin suppository does not work?

Accepted Answer

If one is constipated, use a clear liquid diet for 24hrs, then orally administer mag citrate or go-lytely. If one has an acute diverticulitis, then antibiotics are needed, and a low residue diet should initially be followed.

Question 8

Dulcolax suppository doesn't work, is there anything better?

Accepted Answer

Milk of magnesia or MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) (glycolax). Puysh the dose until you go. Magnesium citrate and GoLytely work as well. But the bigger question is why are you constipated. If this is new and severe you need to see a physician and may need further testing.

Question 9

What should i do next if a glycerin suppository does not work?

Accepted Answer

On why you are using it. If you are constipated and it doesn't help you poop, then try drinking more water and increasing p-fruits...Peach, pear plum, pineapple, papaya. Peas, pumpkin, pomegranate...If you are severely constipated, ask your doctor about other methods....Increased fiber can help, MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) can help, etc. You may  need guidance for best results.

Question 10

Do you know if there are vitamin suppositories? if so, how well do they work?

Accepted Answer

vitamin suppositories.  They work well.  I have seen them used for patients who have had gastric bypass and have malabsorption problems.  It is preferred to use vitamin suppositories than IV vitamin supplement.

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How soon will diclofenac suppositories take to work?

How long does it take terconazole suppositories to work?

What are the ways that fleet liquid glycerin suppositories works?

Can you tell me how glycerin suppositories work?

Glycerin suppositories doesn't work. what do i do now?

What should i do if a glycerin suppository does not work?

Dulcolax suppository doesn't work, is there anything better?

What should i do next if a glycerin suppository does not work?

Do you know if there are vitamin suppositories? if so, how well do they work?

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