Glycerol Farmakopea Adults 2250mg 18 Suppositories

NAME
GLYCEROL FARMAKOPEA ADULTS 2250 MG SUPPOSITORIES

PHARMACOTHERAPEUTIC CATEGORY
Laxatives.

ACTIVE PRINCIPLES
Glycerol 2250 mg.

EXCIPIENTS
One adult suppository contains: sodium stearate, sodium bicarbonate.

INDICATIONS
Short-term treatment of occasional constipation.

CONTRAINDICATIONS / SECONDARY EFFECT
Hypersensitivity 'to the active substance or to any of the excipients. Acute abdominal pain or of unknown origin, nausea or vomiting, intestinal obstruction or stricture, rectal bleeding of unknown origin, acute haemorrhoidal crisis with pain and bleeding, severe dehydration.

DOSAGE
The correct dose is the minimum sufficient to produce an easy evacuation. It is advisable to initially use the minimum doses provided. Adults and adolescents (12-18 years): 1 adult suppository as needed, for a maximum of 1 or 2 doses per day. Remove the suppository from its container and then, if necessary, moisten it to facilitate its rectal introduction. If the suppositories appear soft, immerse the containers, before opening them, in cold water. Do not use the medicine in children under 12 years of age. Laxatives should be used as infrequently as possible and for no more 'than seven days.A diet rich in liquids favors the effect of the medicine.

STORAGE
Store in the original package to protect the medicine from humidity and away from direct heat sources.

WARNINGS
Laxatives should be used as infrequently as possible and for no more than seven days. Use for longer periods of time requires a doctor's prescription after adequate evaluation of the individual case. The treatment of chronic or recurrent constipation always requires the intervention of the doctor for the diagnosis, the prescription of drugs and the surveillance during the course of therapy. It is also advisable that elderly people or those in poor health conditions consult their doctor before using the medicine. The abuse of laxatives can cause persistent diarrhea with consequent loss of water, mineral salts (especially potassium) and other essential nutritional factors. In the most severe cases of abuse it is possible the onset of dehydration or hypokalaemia, which can cause cardiac or neuromuscular dysfunctions, especially in the case of simultaneous treatment of cardiac glucosides, diuretics or corticosteroids. The abuse of laxatives, especially contact laxatives (stimulant laxatives), can cause addiction (and, therefore, possible need to gradually increase the dosage), chronic constipation and loss of normal intestinal functions (intestinal atony). In episodes of constipation, it is first of all recommended to correct eating habits by integrating the daily diet with an adequate intake of fiber and water. When using laxatives it is advisable to drink at least 6-8 glasses of water or other liquids a day, in order to favor the softening of the stool.

INTERACTIONS
No specific interaction studies have been performed.

SIDE EFFECTS
Gastrointestinal disorders: isolated cramping pains or abdominal colic and diarrhea, with loss of fluids and electrolytes, more frequent in cases of severe constipation, as well as rectal irritation.

PREGNANCY AND BREASTFEEDING
There have been no adequate and well-controlled studies on the use of the medicine in pregnancy or lactation. Although there are no obvious contraindications to the use of the medicine during pregnancy and lactation, it is recommended to take the medicine only in case of need and under medical supervision.