Glycerin
Glycerin Information
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Glycerin
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Glycerin is a clear, syrupy liquid obtained as a by-product of soap, by carbohydrate fermentation and by propylene synthesis. Glycerin is administered rectally and orally. Glycerin is used topically for its softening and water retaining properties and also in constipation as a stool softener.
Indications
Glycerin is primarily indicated in conditions like Constipation, Dry skin, Skin diseases, Sore throat.
Contraindication
Glycerin is contraindicated in conditions like Nausea and vomiting,Anuria,Intestinal obstruction,Pulmonary edema.
Side Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Glycerin are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Flatulence, Weakness, Dizziness, Thirst, Headache, Diarrhea, Abdominal cramps, Irregular heart beat, Confusion, Nausea and vomiting, Fall in BP, Bloating, Ocular irritation and pain, Confusion, dizziness, Weakness, Severe Dehydration.
Warnings
Glycerine should be used with caution in patients of hypervolemia, confused mental state, congestive heart disease, diabetic patients and dehydrated individuals, Pregnancy.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, Cardiac / Hypertensive Patients, patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction, Geriatrics, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Dosage
Glycerin Dosage for Adults
| Dose | 500 mg |
| Single Dose | 500 (500) |
| Frequency | 24 hourly |
| Route | PO |
| Note: Maintenance, As Required | |
| Dose | 1000 to 1500 mg |
| Single Dose | 1200 (1250) |
| Frequency | 24 hourly |
| Route | PO |
| Note: Initial |
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