Glycerin
Suppository · Rectal
Active ingredient
Active Ingredient Glycerin 1.2 g
Purpose
Purpose Hyperosmotic Laxative
Uses
Uses For relief of occasional constipation. This product usually produces a bowel movement in 1/4 to 1 hour.
Warnings
Warnings For rectal use only. Do not use laxative products when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present unless directed by a doctor Ask a doctor before using any laxative if child has abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting. a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks. already used a laxative for more than 1 week. When using this product rectal discomfort or burning sensation may occur Stop use and consult a doctor if child has rectal bleeding no bowel movement within 1 hour of using this product This may indicate a serious condition. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right immediately (1-800-222-1222).
Do not use
Do not use laxative products when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present unless directed by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before using any laxative if child has abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting. a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks. already used a laxative for more than 1 week.
When using this product
When using this product rectal discomfort or burning sensation may occur
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and consult a doctor if child has rectal bleeding no bowel movement within 1 hour of using this product This may indicate a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right immediately (1-800-222-1222).
Directions
Directions Single Daily dosage: 1 suppository or as directed by a doctor Children 2 to 6 years: tear wrapper prior to immediate use remove the secondary wrapper before inserting into the rectum as follows: - hold suppository with pointed end up - carefully separate tabs with fingernail - gently pull apart by pulling tabs down on both sides - remove suppository from wrapper - insert one suppository well up into the rectum Children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor Suppository need not melt completely to produce laxative action
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients polyethylene glycol 400, sodium stearate
Questions?
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Label text from the FDA structured product label by Everpharm LLC (revised Jun 16, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Glycerin in 24 products
Glycerin NDC products (24)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46122-221 | Glycerin 2.1 g/1 Suppository | Amerisource Bergen/Good Neighbor Pharmacy | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 46122-222 | Glycerin 1.2 g/1 Suppository | Amerisource Bergen/Good Neighbor Pharmacy | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 85270-999 | Glycerin 63 g/100mL Liquid | Beijing Jingfeng Pharmaceutical (Shandong) Co., Ltd | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 70000-0572 | Glycerin 2 g/1 Suppository | Cardinal Health | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 70000-0429 | Glycerin 1 g/1 Suppository | Cardinal Health | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 68016-161 | Glycerin 1 g/1 Suppository | Chain Drug Consortium LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 68016-015 | Glycerin 2 g/1 Suppository | Chain Drug Consortium LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 63868-283 | Glycerin 2.1 g/1 Suppository | Chain Drug Marketing Association Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 83324-285 | Glycerin 1.2 g/1 Suppository | Chain Drug Marketing Association Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 83324-284 | Glycerin 2.1 g/1 Suppository | Chain Drug Marketing Association Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-722 | Glycerin 1 g/1.21 Suppository | CVS Pharmacy | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-724 | Glycerin 2 g/1 Suppository | CVS Pharmacy | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 52316-725 | Glycerin 2.1 g/1 Suppository | DSC Laboratories Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 52316-724 | Glycerin 1.2 g/1 Suppository | DSC Laboratories Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 52316-723 | Glycerin 2.1 g/1 Suppository | DSC Laboratories Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 84415-039 | Glycerin 2 g/1 Suppository | Everpharm LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 84415-041 | Glycerin 1.2 g/1 Suppository | Everpharm LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 37808-399 | Glycerin 1 g/1 Suppository | H E B | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 37808-398 | Glycerin 2 g/1 Suppository | H E B | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 13709-333 | Glycerin 1 g/1.25g Suppository | Neilmed Pharmaceuticals Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 57237-325 | Glycerin 2 g/1 Suppository | Rising Pharma Holdings, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 57237-326 | Glycerin 1.2 g/1 Suppository | Rising Pharma Holdings, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 11822-3312 | Glycerin 2 g/1 Suppository | Rite Aid Corporation | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 11822-3321 | Glycerin 1 g/1 Suppository | Rite Aid Corporation | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Glycerin used for?
Uses For relief of occasional constipation. This product usually produces a bowel movement in 1/4 to 1 hour.
Who makes Glycerin?
Glycerin is listed by 12 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Amerisource Bergen/Good Neighbor Pharmacy, Beijing Jingfeng Pharmaceutical (Shandong) Co., Ltd, Cardinal Health, Chain Drug Consortium LLC.