DRUG NAME MECHANISM OF ACTION INDICATION SIDE EFFECTS NURSING RESPONSIBILITIES

Brand Name:  Glycerin Rectal irritation/burning,  Obtain patients history of allergy.

Glycerine  Glaucoma: to interrupt abdominal discomfort/cramps,
suppositories are only used  Note for any hypersensitivity
suppository acute attacks, or when a or small amounts of mucus in reaction during drug therapy.
to provide rapid relief from temporary drop in the stool may occur.  Assess patient for any sign and
Generic Name: intraocular pressure is Serious side effects occur:
temporary constipation. They symptoms of infection..
Colace Pediatric required (Osmoglyn) severe/persistent  Child’s dose should not exceed
and Sani-Supp should not be used to treat  Prior to ocular surgery stomach/abdominal pain, maximum adult dose.
Classification: chronic (long-term) performed under local bloody stools, rectal bleeding,  Give laxative as follows: Insert one
Osmotic diuretic anesthetic when a persistent urge to have a
constipation (unless suppository high in rectum, and have
Hyperosmolar reduction in intraocular bowel movement, persistent patient retain 15 min; rectal liquid--
laxative recommended by your pressure is indicated diarrhea. serious loss of body insert stem with tip pointint toward
(Osmoglyn) water (dehydration).
doctor). navel; squeeze unit until nearly all
Dosage:  Temporary relief of Allergic reaction, including: liquid is expelled, then remove.
1-1.7 g  Glycerin belongs to a constipation rash, itching/swelling  Monitor urinary output carefully.
suppository group of drugs called  Unlabeled use: IV (with (especially of the  Monitor BP regularly.
proper preparation) to face/tongue/throat), severe
stimulant laxatives. Before  Take laxative as follows: Insert one
Route: lower intracranial or dizziness, trouble breathing. suppository high in rectum and
Rectal giving glycerin, always intraocular pressure retain 15 min; rectal liquid--insert
increase the amount of high- stem with tip pointing toward navel;
Frequency: squeeze unit until nearly all liquid is
Every 2 days fiber foods that your child Contraindication: expelled, then remove.
( without bowel eats and encourage them to  The following side effects may
movement)  Contraindications: occur: increased urination, GI upset
drink plenty of water, or use
hypersensitivity to (small frequent meals may help), dry
an osmotic laxative (another glycerin. mouth (sugarless lozenges to suck
type of laxative that works by  Use cautiously with may help), headache, blurred vision
softening the stools). hypervolemia, CHF, (use caution when moving around;
confused mental states, ask for assistance).
severe dehydration,  Report severe headache, chest pain,
elderly, senility, confusion, rapid respirations, violent
diabetes, lactation. diarrhea.
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