Medical Definition of Glycerin suppository

1. A conical translucent dosage form for rectal administration intended for the relief of constipation; frequently used in young children. Contains glycerin and a stiffening agent such as sodium stearate (a soap). Action is produced by lubrication, water retention, and local irritation. (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Glycerin Suppository

glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate phosphatase
glyceraldehydephosphate dehydrogenase
glyceraldehydes
glycerate
glycerates
glycerias
glyceric
glyceric acid
glyceric aldehyde
glyceridases
glyceride
glycerides
glyceridic
glycerin
glycerin jelly
glycerin suppository (current term)
glycerinate
glycerinated
glycerinated gelatin
glycerinated tincture
glycerinates
glycerinating
glycerination
glycerine
glycerines
glycerins
glycerite
glycerites
glycero-
glycerogel

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