Consists of Borax, glycerin, menthol
Borax indications
mouth infections
Borax interactions
Precipitates metals, aluminium salts, Fe salts, Zn sulfate, alkaloids. Reacts with glycerin.
Borax side effects
Inhaled boric acid and borax are pulmonary irritants.
What is Glycerin?
Glycerin, when taken by mouth, is used to treat certain conditions in which there is increased eye pressure, such as glaucoma. It may also be used before eye surgery to reduce pressure in the eye.
Glycerin may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
glycerin is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Once a medicine has been approved for marketing for a certain use, experience may show that it is also useful for other medical problems. Although this use is not included in product labeling, glycerin is used in certain patients with the following medical conditions:
- Cerebral edema (swelling of the brain)
Glycerin indications
Glycerin is used for fast, predictable relief of occasional constipation. Glycerin is commonly classified as a hyperosmotic laxative and maybe adminstered rectally as suppositories in single doses to promote fecal evacuation.
How should I use Glycerin?
Use Glycerin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Wash your hands before and after using Glycerin.
- Lie on left side with knee bent and arms resting comfortably. You may also kneel, then lower head and chest forward until left side of face is resting on surface with left arm folded comfortably.
- Remove protective shield from enema tip.
- Gently insert enema tip into rectum using steady pressure with a slight side-to-side movement, with tip pointing toward navel. Do not force the enema tip into rectum because this can cause injury. Insertion may be easier if you bear down as if having a bowel movement because this helps to relax the muscles around the anus.
- Squeeze bottle until nearly all the liquid is gone. It is not necessary to empty the bottle completely because it contains more liquid than needed.
- Remove enema from rectum and maintain position until the urge to evacuate the bowels is strong (5 to 20 minutes if possible).
- If you miss a dose of Glycerin, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses in the same day, unless directed otherwise by your doctor.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Glycerin.
Uses of Glycerin in details
This product is used to relieve occasional constipation. Glycerin belongs to a class of drugs known as hyperosmotic laxatives. It works by drawing water into the intestines. This effect usually results in a bowel movement within 15 to 60 minutes.
The normal frequency of bowel movements varies from once daily to 1 to 2 times weekly. Constipation is best treated by drinking plenty of fluids (four to six 8-ounce glasses daily), eating foods high in fiber, and exercising regularly.
How to use Glycerin rectal
This product is for rectal use only. Read and follow all directions on the product package, or use as directed by your doctor. If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist. If the suppository is too soft to insert, chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or run cold water over it before removing the foil wrapper.
Wash your hands before and after using this product. If the medication is wrapped in foil, remove the foil wrapper. If desired, the suppository may be moistened with lukewarm water. Do not use petroleum jelly or mineral oil. Doing so may cause the product to be less effective. Lie on your left side with the right knee slightly bent. Using your finger, gently insert the suppository well up into the rectum, pointed end first. After insertion, stay in position for 15 to 20 minutes if possible until you feel a strong urge to have a bowel movement. This product does not need to melt completely to produce an effect.
Do not use this product more than once daily unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
If this product is used too frequently, it may cause loss of normal bowel function and an inability to have a bowel movement without using the product (laxative dependence). If you notice symptoms of overuse, such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, decreased weight, or weakness, contact your doctor promptly.
Consult your doctor promptly if you do not have a bowel movement after using this product or if you think you may have a serious medical problem.
Glycerin description
QV Gentle Wash contains water, glycerin, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, lauryl betaine, sodium cocoyl isethionate, acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, styrene/acrylates copolymer and aminomethyl propanol. It also contains methylparaben and propylparaben. It is free from soap, perfume, colourant, propylene glycol and lanolin. It is is non-comedogenic, non-drying, pH-balanced and dermatologically tested.
Glycerin dosage
Glycerin Dosage
Applies to the following strength(s): adult; pediatric; 50%; maximum strength; infant
The information at Drugs.com is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Usual Adult Dose for:
- Constipation
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
- Constipation
Additional dosage information:
- Renal Dose Adjustments
- Liver Dose Adjustments
- Precautions
- Dialysis
- Other Comments
Usual Adult Dose for Constipation
Hyperosmotic laxatives should be used infrequently in single doses.
Liquid suppositories: 5.6 g rectally once
Suppositories: 2 to 3 g rectally once
Usual Pediatric Dose for Constipation
Hyperosmotic laxatives should be used infrequently in single doses.
Liquid suppositories:
2 to less than 6 years: 2.3 g rectally once
6 years or older: 5.6 g rectally once
Suppositories:
2 to less than 6 years: 1 to 1.7 g rectally once
6 years or older: 2 to 3 g rectally once
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
Patients with abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks, or who have already used a laxative for more than 1 week should consult a physician before using rectal glycerin. Rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after rectal glycerin use may indicate a serious underlying gastrointestinal condition, and warrants discontinuation of therapy and evaluation.
Patients should not use laxative products longer than 1 week unless directed by a physician.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Glycerin rectal suppositories/liquid suppositories usually cause evacuation of the colon within 15 to 60 minutes.
The suppository should be inserted well up into the rectum. It does not need to melt completely to produce laxative action.
The applicator tip of the liquid suppository should not be forced into the rectum or injury may result.
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Glycerin interactions
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What other drugs will affect Glycerin?
If you are using this product under your doctor's direction, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.
Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.
Glycerin side effects
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What are the possible side effects of Glycerin?
Applies to glycerin: enema, suppositories
Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Anal irritation; burning sensation; diarrhea; gas; nausea; stomach cramps.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur while taking glycerin (the active ingredient contained in Glycerin)
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); rectal bleeding.
Glycerin contraindications
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What is the most important information I should know about Glycerin?
Hypersensitivity to any ingredient (glycerin, sodium stearate); nausea, vomiting or other symptoms of appendicitis; acute surgical abdomen; fecal impaction; intestinal obstruction; undiagnosed abdominal pain.
What is Menthol?
Relieving minor pain caused by conditions such as arthritis, backache, bruising, bursitis, cramping, muscle strains or sprains, and tendonitis. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Menthol is a topical analgesic. It works by temporarily relieving minor pain.
Menthol indications
Oral
Nasal congestion; Throat irritation
Adult: As a loz (usually in combination with eucalyptus oil or cetylpyridinium chloride): 1 loz every 3 hr, to be sucked slowly.
Child: >6 yr: As a lozenge (usually in combination with eucalyptus oil or cetylpyridinium chloride): 1 lozenge every 3 hr, to be sucked slowly.
Topical/Cutaneous
Muscular aches and pains
Adult: As an ointment/cream (usually in combination with camphor, clove oil or methyl salicylate): Apply and rub gently onto the affected skin areas 2-3 times daily.
How should I use Menthol?
Use Menthol as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Wash your hands before and right after using Menthol.
- Spray Menthol directly onto the affected area. Do not rub or massage the medicine into the skin.
- Do not wrap, bandage, or use a heating pad on the treated area.
- Do not apply Menthol more than 4 times daily.
- If you miss a dose of Menthol, use it as soon as you remember. Continue to use it as directed by your doctor or on the package label.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Menthol.
Uses of Menthol in details
Pharmaceutical Aid
Menthol description
Menthol is a covalent organic compound made synthetically or obtained from peppermint or other mint oils. It is a waxy, crystalline substance, clear or white in color, which is solid at room temperature and melts slightly above. The main form of menthol occurring in nature is (-)-menthol, which is assigned the (1R,2S,5R) configuration. Menthol has local anesthetic and counterirritant qualities, and it is widely used to relieve minor throat irritation.
Menthol dosage
Oral
Nasal congestion; Throat irritation
Adult: As a loz (usually in combination with eucalyptus oil or cetylpyridinium chloride): 1 loz every 3 hr, to be sucked slowly.
Child: >6 yr: As a lozenge (usually in combination with eucalyptus oil or cetylpyridinium chloride): 1 lozenge every 3 hr, to be sucked slowly.
Topical/Cutaneous
Muscular aches and pains
Adult: As an ointment/cream (usually in combination with camphor, clove oil or methyl salicylate): Apply and rub gently onto the affected skin areas 2-3 times daily.
Menthol interactions
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: blood thinners.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Menthol side effects
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What are the possible side effects of Menthol?
May cause hypersensitivity reactions such as cutaneous dermatitis. Ingestion of large amount of menthol may cause GI effects such as severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, vertigo, ataxia, drowsiness and coma.
Menthol contraindications
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What is the most important information I should know about Menthol?
Not to be used in
No known conditions.
This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Active ingredient matches for Borax/glycerin/menthol:
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