Suppositories are over-the-counter constipation medications meant to be inserted directly into the rectum. They typically work faster than laxatives you take by mouth. If over-the-counter remedies don’t do the job, your doctor may prescribe a different kind of medication for constipation treatment...
Lubricant laxatives use mineral oil or glycerin to lubricate your stool and make it easier to pass. Some of these go directly into your rear end (suppositories). Stimulant laxatives cause your bowels to contract to help squeeze stool out of your body. But they are hard on your body, so it...
These work best when your child also drinks at least a liter of water per day. Glycerin suppositories may also help when used occasionally. 2 Do not give laxatives without first consulting your child's doctor.[14] If feces are blocking the intestines, it may be necessary to give the child...
It is really annoying when you have to use suppositories. I've only had to do it once, for a thrush infection, but I hope I never have to do it again. I found it to be almost as unpleasant as the disease, really itchy and uncomfortable. ...