Name
GLYCEROL Marco Viti early childhood 675 mg suppositories
GLYCEROL Marco Viti children 1350 mg suppositories
GLYCEROL Marco Viti adults 2250 mg suppositories
GLYCEROL Marco Viti early childhood 2.25 rectal solution
GLYCEROL Marco Viti children 4.5 g rectal solution
GLYCEROL Marco Viti adults 6.75 g rectal solution


What it is and what it is used for
Short-term treatment of occasional constipation


What you need to know before taking the medicine
- hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients;
- acute or unknown abdominal pain;
- nausea or vomiting;
- intestinal obstruction or stenosis;
- rectal bleeding of unknown origin;
- acute hemorrhoidal crisis with pain and bleeding;
- severe state of dehydration.


Warnings and precautions
Consult your doctor when the need for a laxative arises from a sudden change in previous bowel habits (frequency and characteristics of bowel movements) that lasts for more than two weeks or when the use of a laxative fails to produce effects.
In children under twelve years of age the medicine can be used only after consulting a doctor.
It is also advisable for elderly or unhealthy subjects to consult their doctor before using the medicine.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.
No adequate and well-controlled studies have been conducted on the use of the medicinal product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Although there are no obvious contraindications to the use of the medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding, it is recommended to take the medicine only when necessary and under medical supervision.
Effects on ability to drive and use machines.
The medicine does not alter the ability to drive vehicles or use machines.
However, it is possible that side effects may occur during treatment, therefore it is important to know how you react to the drug before driving vehicles or using machinery.

Health education notes
First of all, it must be kept in mind that, in most cases, a balanced diet rich in water and fiber (bran, vegetables and fruit) can permanently solve the problem of constipation.
Many people think they are constipated if they are unable to have a bowel movement every day.
This is a misconception as this situation is completely normal for a large number of individuals.
Consider, instead, that constipation occurs when evacuations are reduced compared to one's personal habits and are associated with the emission of hard stools.
If episodes of constipation occur repeatedly, a doctor should be consulted.

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Laxatives should be used as infrequently as possible and for no more than seven days. Use for longer periods of time requires a doctor's prescription after adequate evaluation of the individual case.
Treatment of chronic or recurrent constipation always requires the intervention of a doctor for diagnosis, prescription of drugs and monitoring during therapy.
Laxative abuse can cause persistent diarrhea with consequent loss of water, mineral salts (especially potassium) and other essential nutrients. In the most serious cases of abuse, dehydration or hypokalemia may occur, which can cause cardiac or neuromuscular dysfunction, especially in the case of concomitant treatment with cardiac glycosides, diuretics or corticosteroids.
Abuse of laxatives, especially contact laxatives (stimulant laxatives), can cause dependence (and, therefore, the possible need to progressively increase the dosage), chronic constipation and loss of normal intestinal functions (intestinal atony).
In cases of constipation, it is recommended first of all to correct eating habits by integrating the daily diet with an adequate intake of fiber and water.
When using laxatives, it is advisable to drink at least 6-8 glasses of water or other liquids a day to help soften the stool.


Possible side effects
Like all medicines, GLYCEROL can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
The following are the side effects of GLYCEROL. There are insufficient data to establish the frequency of the individual effects listed.

Gastrointestinal disorders
Isolated cramping pain or abdominal colic and diarrhea, with loss of fluids and electrolytes, more frequent in cases of severe constipation, as well as irritation at the rectal level.

Following the instructions in the package leaflet reduces the risk of side effects.
If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.