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Pharmacy Guide
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Boots Constipation Relief Suppositories
⚠ This medicine appears to have been discontinued
The electronic medicines compendium (emc) no longer publishes a Summary of Product Characteristics for this product, which usually means it is no longer marketed in the UK. The patient leaflet below is kept for reference, but the product may not be available.
If you were prescribed this medicine, other products containing Glycerol may still be available. Do not stop your treatment — ask your pharmacist or GP what to use instead.
Possible side effects
not listed on this carton. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
How to store it
this medicine Store below 25°C. Store in a dry place. Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children. Use by the date on the side panel of the carton.
Active ingredient Each suppository contains Glycerol 70% w/w. Also contains: gelatin, purified water. PL 12965/0015 Text prepared 03/2023. Manufactured for The Boots Company PLC Nottingham NG2 3AA by the Marketing Authorisation holder LCM Ltd Linthwaite Huddersfield HD7 5QH If you need more advice ask your pharmacist. Artwork reference: 92776402303 GB
Frequently asked questions about Boots Constipation Relief Suppositories
How do I take Boots Constipation Relief Suppositories?
Boots Constipation Relief Suppositories comes as suppository. Always follow the dose your doctor or pharmacist has given you, and read the leaflet that comes with the medicine.
What is the active substance in Boots Constipation Relief Suppositories?
The active substance in Boots Constipation Relief Suppositories is glycerol.
Where does this information come from?
This leaflet reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for Boots Constipation Relief Suppositories, as published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). The version printed inside your medicine’s packaging is the one that applies to you.
Can I get Boots Constipation Relief Suppositories without a prescription?
Whether a medicine is available over the counter or on prescription only depends on its licence. Check the leaflet, or ask your pharmacist — they can tell you straight away.
About this leaflet
The text above reproduces the patient information leaflet approved for this medicine, restructured for easier reading.
- Source: electronic medicines compendium (emc), Datapharm
- Active substance: glycerol
- Official document: view the original leaflet on emc →
🇷🇴 Known in Romania as
Medicines sold in Romania with the same active substance: Cunoscut în România ca
- SUPOZITOARE CU GLICERINA PT. COPII over the counterGLYCEROLUM · rectal / vaginal
- SUPOZITOARE CU GLICERINA PT. ADULTI over the counterGLYCEROLUM · rectal / vaginal
- SUPOZITOARE CU GLICERINA PT. COPII 1400 mg over the counterGLYCEROLUM · rectal / vaginal
Same active substance. The strength, the form and whether you need a prescription can differ. Always ask a pharmacist before you switch. Romanian medicines in the UK →
🇵🇱 Known in Poland as
Medicines sold in Poland with the same active substance: W Polsce znany jako
⚠ Same active substance, but a different pharmaceutical form (for example a gel instead of a tablet). Not interchangeable — ask a pharmacist.
- GlicerynaGlycerolum 85%
- Gliceryna 85%Glycerolum 85%
- Glicerol 85% Laboratorium Galenowe OlsztynGlycerolum 85%
Same active substance. The strength, the form and whether you need a prescription can differ. Always ask a pharmacist before you switch. Polish medicines in the UK →
💬 Ask about this leaflet
Ask anything about Boots Constipation Relief Suppositories. The assistant answers only from this leaflet — if the leaflet does not cover it, it will say so. It does not give medical advice.
Answers come from the patient leaflet published on the electronic medicines compendium (emc). They are not medical advice. Ask a pharmacist or your GP if you are unsure. For urgent help call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.