Constipation is the main cause of hemorrhoids. You can deal with them in various ways. But most often recommended in such cases, glycerin suppositories. With hemorrhoids - this is an indispensable tool, which, having a local effect, does not affect the functioning of the systems of internal organs. Suppositories help ease the process of bowel movements, soothe and moisturize the inflamed rectal mucosa. In addition, glycerin suppositories for hemorrhoids can be easily removed from the body after a therapeutic effect.
The composition of the drug, its effect
Glycerin suppositories should have a laxative effect, soften hardened feces and provide them with an easy exit.
The active substance in glycerin suppositories for hemorrhoids is glycerol. One candle contains 2,100 mg of glycerol. As auxiliary ingredients, 120 ml of purified water, 140 mg of sodium stearate are used.
Release form
Suppositories for rectal use of a translucent color may have a yellowish tint or be completely colorless. The shape resembles a cylinder with a pointed end and a smooth oily surface. There is a mild characteristic odor on the cut.
Contour packs with aluminum and polyethylene cells contain 5 suppositories. A cardboard box includes one or two packages.
Pharmacological properties
Glycerin in the composition of glycerin suppositories with hemorrhoids and constipation has a slight irritating effect on the mucous membrane, thereby activating the activity of the intestine.
In addition, the basic substance is hygroscopic. It removes fluid from the body and thereby contributes to the softening of feces, provides them with easy passage through the intestines.
Pharmacodynamics
Once in the colon, glycerin gently irritates the mucous membrane. Activates the emptying process in a reflexive way. Toning smooth muscles, activates the intestines and promotes the urge to defecate.
Pharmacokinetics
The drug has a weak absorption. A short period is in the body after rectal administration. Almost does not penetrate the bloodstream. There are no systemic side effects.
Indications for use
Suppositories for constipation are prescribed. For preventive purposes, they are indicated for patients who should not resort to straining during the act of defecation. Usually these are people with diagnoses: anorectal stenosis, painful thrombosed hemorrhoids, a crack in the anus.
Glycerin suppositories for hemorrhoids
In patients with this diagnosis, microcracks in the anus may appear during emptying. When exposed to irritated areas of the bacterial flora, microcracks become inflamed, cause unpleasant sensations and constantly remind themselves of themselves.
Thanks to the use of glycerin suppositories for hemorrhoids, the muscles that were stretched after defecation are softened, wounds and cracks in the rectal area are healed.
In chronic hemorrhoids, suppositories are the prevention of constipation. It is known that the accumulation of a large number of feces leads to injuries of the anus in the process of defecation.
Can glycerin suppositories for hemorrhoids be used in case of exacerbation? No, in this case, the use of suppositories is contraindicated.
Dosage and use
Glycerin suppositories are used rectally. Patients need to enter them into the rectum 20 minutes after eating and hold for at least 5 minutes. The most favorable time for the procedure is morning.
The action of suppositories occurs almost immediately after getting into the rectum. From the state of the intestine and the neglect of the problem, the duration of the drug can vary in the range of 15-25 minutes in adults and 6-10 minutes in children.
An insoluble suppository is removed from the intestine during an act of defecation.
Adult patients and children over 12 years of age can apply once a day for one candle with the content of the active substance in the amount of 2 100 mg each.
If use is prescribed for children under 12 years of age, they are advised to administer one suppository per day with an active substance content of 1,405 mg.
If for any reason emptying does not occur, it is urgent to consult a proctologist.
Contraindications
It is not recommended to use candles for:
- exacerbation of hemorrhoids;
- proctitis and paraproctitis;
- bleeding
- tumor processes in the rectum;
- individual intolerance to the components of the drug.
And, although the list here is quite short, you need to be extremely careful. Before use, be sure to consult your doctor!
Are side effects possible?
An allergic reaction, itching or burning in the rectal region, pain in the intestine may occur. However, the field of cessation of the use of the drug negative symptoms immediately disappears.
Prolonged use can lead to irritation of the rectum, an increase in hemorrhoidal nodes, weakening of the physiological process of emptying.
Overdose
There is a risk of overdose. Exceeding the dose can lead to frequent loose stools. In this situation, it is recommended to immediately stop using rectal suppositories.
special instructions
It is not recommended to use a laxative drug on an ongoing basis. As soon as normal bowel function is restored, you must stop taking the medicine. The maximum course of treatment is 7 days.
Doctors Recommendations
Is it possible to get rid of hemorrhoids at home? According to doctors, according to statistics from the Ministry of Health, this disease can degenerate into a cancerous tumor a couple of years after the onset.
Doctors warn that the main mistake is delaying. The sooner a person begins to take measures to treat hemorrhoids, the better. The use of glycerin suppositories from hemorrhoids does not affect the ability to drive a car and other complex mechanisms, as well as to do work that requires increased attention.
For children, the use of the drug is possible only at the age of over two years.
Glycerin suppositories from hemorrhoids during pregnancy and lactation
Since the active substance is not toxic and is not adsorbed into the general bloodstream, in rare cases, women can use the drug during the period of bearing or feeding the baby. Nevertheless, treatment should be carried out in strict order under the supervision of a specialist. Without observation, the use of the drug can lead to reflex stimulation of the uterus. After birth, glycerin suppositories for hemorrhoids should also be prescribed by a doctor and no one else.
Analogs
Other local laxatives with a similar composition can be used to get rid of constipation.
- Glycerin candles "Farmina" for children. With newborns, care must be taken - use the drugs only as directed and under the supervision of the attending physician.
- Rectal suppositories "Glycelax" and "Glycerol." These candles have in their composition the active substance - glycerin.
Terms and conditions of storage
The drug, according to the information on the packaging, is stored for two years from the date of manufacture. The storage location should be protected from light, cool and out of the reach of children. Suppositories should not be frozen in order to extend the shelf life - this will inevitably affect their healing properties.
Cost
In pharmacies, suppositories for rectal use are dispensed without a prescription. The price of the drug is relatively low. The average cost of packaging is 160-170 rubles.
Reviews of doctors and patients
A large number of responses about this drug are positive. People note the quick effect of the use of glycerol-based suppositories and the absence of side effects. According to the reviews of many doctors, you can get a laxative effect in the treatment of constipation in children already in the fifth minute after administration.
Those who used glycerin suppositories after surgery for hemorrhoids note that thanks to the drug, healing occurs in an accelerated mode, and pain during emptying is minimized.
For those for whom hemorrhoids are a “long-time friend”, suppositories are a real salvation. After all, before that, according to users, they suffered from constant pain, prolapse of nodes and constant constipation. After using the drug, the situation changes dramatically. Inflammation, according to reviews of glycerin suppositories from hemorrhoids, disappears already on the fifth day. By this time, the stool is normalized, the stomach ceases to hurt.
Pregnant women also resort to the use of rectal suppositories, since during this period the female body may suddenly boycott - frequent constipation appears. Further - hemorrhoids. Even the first procedure, according to women, alleviates the pain, and on the fourth day the "torture by the toilet" ends.
In chronic hemorrhoids, constipation only worsens the condition of the patient. People use various methods, but the most effective way to empty the intestines is to resort to the use of glycerin suppositories. Patients note not only the absence of constipation, but also a reduction in inflammation after using the drug.