Glycerol Suppositories for Infants

Ingredients:
- Petrus Glycerol Suppositories 0.7g for Infants

Always use this medicine exactly as described in the leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
1. Wash hands before opening individual packaging.
2. If the suppository is too soft, it may be chilled in the refrigerator or under cold running water before unwrapping.
3. Remove one suppository from the strip by tearing it along the perforations and peel it from the plastic wrapping.
4. Moisten the tip of the suppository with a little cold water to aid insertion.
5. Lie your child on their side with knees drawn up towards the chest.
6. Gently push the suppository into the rectum, ensuring the tip is inserted first and contacting the bowel wall.
7. Keep the suppository in place for at least 15-20 minutes.
8. Your child may feel an immediate urge to go to the toilet; encourage them to ignore it as the suppository will not work for at least 15 minutes.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible if you do not feel well while using Glycerol Suppositories.
This medicine helps most people with constipation but it may have unwanted side effects in a few people. All medicines can have side effects.
Glycerol suppositories are generally well tolerated. However, you may experience abdominal cramps or bowel irritation.
If you are concerned by any of these reactions, discontinue use and consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice anything that is making you feel unwell. Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some people.