Glycerin

Glycerin is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is GLYCERIN. It is labelled by Beijing Jingfeng Pharmaceutical (Shandong) Co., Ltd taken by rectal and marketed as a human otc drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 85270-999, application M007, label effective 20260626. It is one of 37 FDA drug label records sharing the active ingredient GLYCERIN. This page reproduces the FDA-approved label text so you can check what a product is, who makes it and how it is supplied before discussing it with a pharmacist or prescriber.

Across FDA labelling, products containing GLYCERIN are most often described in connection with: indications usage, relief occasional, product generally, produces bowel, movement hour. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.

Indications & Usage Uses: For relief of occasional constipation This product generally produces bowel movement in 1/4 to 1 hour

Dosage & Administration Directions Adults and children 6 years and over: Use 1 bottle rectally once daily, or as directed by a doctor. Children under 6 years Consult a doctor.

Warnings Warnings: For rectal use only. May cause rectal discomfort or a burning sensation. Do not use laxative products when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present unless directed by a doctor. If you have noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks, consult a doctor before use. Laxative products should not be used for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor. Rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use may indicate a serious condition. Discontinue use and consult a doctor. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

FDA lists 37 drug label records with GLYCERIN as the active ingredient. The most common dosage forms and the manufacturers with the most records are summarised below; strengths, pack sizes and inactive ingredients can still differ between apparently similar products.

5 FDA recall record(s) match this product name or manufacturer. A match means the firm or product name appears in the enforcement report; confirm lot numbers and dates against the official FDA notice before acting.

What is Glycerin used for?
Indications & Usage Uses: For relief of occasional constipation This product generally produces bowel movement in 1/4 to 1 hour

Who makes Glycerin?
Beijing Jingfeng Pharmaceutical (Shandong) Co., Ltd is the labeler of record for Glycerin. 37 FDA label records share the active ingredient GLYCERIN, so generic and branded versions may come from different companies; the manufacturer named on your pack is the one that matters for any enquiry.

What form does Glycerin come in?
administered by rectal. Strengths and pack sizes vary by label, so compare the NDC on your pack with the identifier listed on this page.

Is Glycerin prescription or over-the-counter?
The FDA label for this product is recorded as human otc drug. Marketing status can differ between strengths and countries, so check the dispensing rules where you live.

Are there other products containing GLYCERIN?
Yes. 37 FDA drug label records list GLYCERIN as the active ingredient. Products with the same active ingredient can usually be substituted only when a prescriber or pharmacist confirms it is appropriate.

Has Glycerin been recalled?
5 FDA recall record(s) match this product name or manufacturer. Review the recall and safety notices section on this page and confirm lot numbers against the official FDA enforcement report.

Where does this information come from?
All content is reproduced from FDA Structured Product Labelling data via openFDA. It is provided for identification and reference only and is not medical advice.