Suppositories are solid medications that are inserted into the body. Different types of suppositories can be inserted into the rectum, vagina, or urethra (the tube where urine leaves your body).

[15] The availability of a suppository that stimulates bowel movements without the risk of passage of large liquid stools, water retention or mucosal damage may represent an interesting ...

A laxative could help move the bowels ... The active ingredient and the way that they are taken (by mouth versus as a suppository or enema) affect how quickly they work: Bisacodyl suppositories ...

Dulcolax suppositories generally work in about 20 ... you should consult with your doctor to find out the cause of your constipation. Long-term and excessive use may cause the bowel to become ...

Constipation ranks among the most common ... glycerin or bisacodyl suppositories for more immediate relief and enemas as a last resort for severe cases While these interventions can provide ...

“We decided to include the use of laxatives, enemas or suppositories in the criteria for constipation, because it is a confounding factor that might mask true constipation. To compensate for ...