Surely every person throughout his life more than once encounters a violation of the chair. In this case, the correction is made with the help of food and following a certain diet. However, in more difficult situations and if immediate assistance is needed, the patient needs medication. This article will tell you about what laxative candles are. For constipation, this type of medicine is most often used.
Stool retention
Before using laxative suppositories for constipation, it is necessary to find out the nature of the stool retention. It can be cologenic or proctogenic. In the first case, the masses linger at a certain level in the intestine and simply cannot move further. The causes of this pathology are a tumor, scars, fecal stones and other obstructive formations. It is worth noting that in this situation, fast-acting laxative suppositories are not only powerless, but can also do much harm.
When constipation is proctogenic in nature, it may be impossible tobowel movements due to hard stools, due to a decrease in the sensitivity of nerve receptors, and so on. In these cases, doctors recommend the use of fast-acting laxative suppositories. Sometimes drugs can be prescribed in the form of syrups (Duphalac), tablets (Senade), and so on.
Laxative suppositories for constipation
This type of remedy acts locally. Only some medicines tend to be absorbed into the bloodstream. Suppositories for constipation are often prescribed for the elderly, pregnant women or women who have recently given birth. The drug can be used after some surgical interventions. Among the medicines of this type, the following remedies can be distinguished (they are most often used for constipation):
- Glycerin suppositories.
- Bisacodyl.
- Ferrolax and so on.
The last two drugs contain sodium bicarbonate. This substance breaks down and forms carbon dioxide. The latter, in turn, contributes to an increase in pressure in the intestines. Separately, it is worth highlighting laxative candles with glycerin. The principle of their work is somewhat different.
How does the drug work?
Laxative suppositories for constipation (with glycerin) begin to act immediately after their introduction. The maximum effect can be felt within 10-15 minutes after use. The composition of the drug includes glycerin, stearic acid and sodium carbonate. If after the specified period of time there was no bowel cleansing, then there is a possibility of obstruction. In thatcase, you should contact your doctor as soon as possible. In case of pain in the abdomen and fever, call an ambulance.
The drug dissolves in the patient's rectum and thus liquefies the stool. The main active ingredient has an irritating effect on the intestinal mucosa, triggers the work of nerve endings. It also increases the secretion of mucus, which softens the process of passing feces. A person at this time feels the urge to defecate.
How to use the medication with glycerin
Laxative suppositories for constipation are used when you have 20-40 minutes of free time. This condition must be observed due to the fact that the manufacturer cannot guarantee an instant effect. There is no guarantee that the act of defecation will come in five minutes. However, this is the case in most cases.
Wash your hands thoroughly before using the product. Try to use antibacterial soap for this. If it is not possible to carry out this procedure, then it makes sense to purchase sterile gloves. Remove the suppository spike from the carton and separate one suppository. After that, it is necessary to open the protective shell and remove the drug. Take the suppository by the wide base and insert the suppository into the anus. For convenience, you can sit down or lift one leg. After the introduction of the medication, you need to move for five or ten minutes. This condition will help the drug to provide maximum effect. Try not torun to the toilet at the first call. Wait at least 7 minutes after inserting the suppository.
You can use 2-3 candles per day. However, in most cases, one dose is enough for the patient. It is advisable to administer the medication in the morning after waking up or half an hour after eating.
Use in children and pregnant women
During the period of expectation of a child, this drug should not be abused. Doctors say that an overdose can cause intense contractions of the intestinal muscles. This can lead to an early onset of labor. You should be especially careful with this drug in the first and second trimesters.
For children, the medication is used in the appropriate form. If you do not have the opportunity to purchase such a tool, then simply divide the usual suppository. Cut the preparation into two parts and use the one that has a pointed end. For babies, the medication should be used only in exceptional cases. We are talking about constipation when the stool is delayed for more than three days. It should be noted that the preparation divided into parts cannot be stored. The rest must be discarded. Otherwise, pathogenic microorganisms may appear on it, which, after entering the human intestine, can lead to unpleasant consequences.
Special Instructions
Do not use the medication frequently. This can be addictive. Remember that suppositories for constipation for elderly patientsor other categories of persons are used as emergency assistance. To solve the problem of stool retention, you need to properly adjust your diet. If the problem persists, then you need to see a doctor.
In most cases, doctors prescribe more gentle drugs. These include "Duphalac", "Fitomucil", "Gutasil" and so on. They are non-addictive and promote gentle bowel cleansing.
Contraindications to the use of suppositories
When is the drug contraindicated? Instructions for using the medication speaks of the following situations:
- hemorrhoids of various nature, especially in the acute stage;
- inflammatory processes in the rectum;
- bleeding and anal fissures (in this case, it is advisable to use candles with sea buckthorn);
- intestinal obstruction;
- tumors of a malignant or benign nature;
- hypersensitivity to one of the ingredients.
Glycerin suppositories: the price of the drug and its substitutes
How much do glycerin suppositories cost? Much depends on the manufacturer, the dosage of the drug and the pharmacy network in which you purchase the medication. So, for ordinary glycerin candles, the price is in the range from 100 to 130 rubles. For this amount, you will be sold a package with ten suppositories. The drug is also available in children's dosage. For such laxative candles, the price is slightly higher. They will cost you within two hundred rubles.
Price varies for other drugs to ease bowel movements. Rectal suppositories can cost from 50 to 400 rubles, depending on the composition, dosage and number of suppositories in the package.
Summing up
Now you know what laxative suppositories are. If you have a problem with bowel movements, then the drug will certainly help. However, don't get carried away using it. Frequent use of rectal suppositories with the above action can lead to unpleasant problems. Try to regulate your digestive tract by changing your diet. In more severe cases, see a doctor. He alth to you and proper bowel function!
