Rite-aid Glycerin Suppository
FDA Label NDC 11822-9100

Full FDA labeling including Indications, Dosage, Usage, and Precautions

Structured Product Label

The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Rite Aid Corporation for the product Rite-aid Glycerin (NDC 11822-9100). This document serves as the official prescribing information, containing essential scientific data and clinical materials required for healthcare providers and patients.

This specific version of the label includes detailed information regarding active ingredient, uses, warnings, do not use, ask a doctor before use if you have, when using this product, stop use and ask a doctor if, if pregnant or breast-feeding,, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.

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Active Ingredient

Active Ingredient (in each suppository)                Purpose
Glycerin, USP 2 grams ............................................Laxative

Uses

Uses- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) 

- generally produces bowel movement in 1/4 to 1 hour

Warnings

For rectal use only

Do Not Use

Do not use laxative products for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have

Ask a doctor before use if you have

- stomach pain - nausea - vomiting - noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks

When Using This Product

When using this product you may have rectal discomfort or a burning sensation

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If

Stop use and ask a doctor if  you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative.  These could be signs of a serious condition.

If Pregnant Or Breast-Feeding,

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

adults and children 6 years and over                     Insert 1 suppository well into the rectum and retain for 15 minutes; it need not melt to

                                                                          produce laxative action.  Do not exceed 1 suppository daily or as directed by a doctor

children 2 to under 6 years                                   use Child Suppositories
children under 2 years                                          ask a doctor

Other Information

- keep tightly closed - avoid excessive heat

Inactive Ingredients

purified water, sodium hydroxide, stearic acid

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