Yes, hydrogenated vegetable oils in suppositories can be absorbed in the rectum. These oils serve as a base that helps to deliver active ingredients effectively and can be absorbed by the rectal mucosa. The absorption can vary based on the formulation and individual factors, but generally, these oils facilitate the release and uptake of the medication they carry.
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Rectal suppositories and steroid enemas are used for treating colitis
Depends on which medicine or tablet you mean: - under the tongue and let it dissolve - swallow it whole - suppositories (dissolve in your rectum) - vaginal suppositories (dissolve in your vagina)
A person with a colostomy typically cannot use suppositories effectively, as the rectum is bypassed and the stool is collected in the colostomy bag. Suppositories are designed to deliver medication to the rectum, which may no longer function properly after colostomy surgery. However, individuals should consult their healthcare provider for tailored advice and alternative methods for managing their health needs.
Yes, medications can be administered rectally using suppositories or enemas. This method can be effective for certain conditions, as the rectum allows for quick absorption of the medication into the bloodstream. It is important to follow proper administration guidelines for optimal effectiveness.
so far as i know there are no suppositories being used to threat asthma as suppositories are intended to be used rectally and give local effect on rectum. you can't swallow suppositories and cannot tolerate with the taste and even if you hold the suppositories in your hand it will melt,how you want to swallow it? and asthma are inflammatory of the airways.the most effective treatment available nowadays are inhaler as the patient will inhale the powder that will go straightly to the site of inflammation.Amendment/improvement to this answer: Yes. There is a medicine called 'aminophylline' which acts as a bronchodilator (dilates the bronchii (breathing tubes leading down to the lungs). Aminophylline suppositories are prescribed for bronchial asthma. The bronchii become constricted during asthmatic attacks. The advantage of giving a medicine in suppository form to someone who is having breathing difficulties, is that they may have difficulty swallowing when they are very breathless and so may cause them unnecessary additional anxiety.It is completely untrue that suppositories are only used to treat local disease in the rectum. Many medicines can be absorbed through the rectal tissue. Examples are painkillers, anti-inflammatory and anaesthetics. Some countries have a preference for rectally administered medicine, not least because it can be more reliable that oral (by mouth) administration.
Glycerin suppositories are designed to melt inside the rectum, providing lubrication to help soften and facilitate bowel movements. It's normal for the suppository to dissolve and not come out intact when used for constipation relief.
They are called suppositories and work far faster than orals, but never, ever use an oral tab/capsule rectally!!
A suppository is a type of medicine that is inserted into the rectum, to clean out the bowels. Suppositories can be used prior to abdominal surgery or to relieve constipation.
No, suppositories are not considered external preparations. They are solid dosage forms designed to be inserted into body cavities, such as the rectum or vagina, where they dissolve and release medication for systemic or local effects. External preparations, on the other hand, are applied to the skin or mucous membranes and include creams, ointments, and gels.
Yes you can, I have done it. Put KY on your middle finger and the pill on top of the finger and push as far as it can go, I have 5 pills, the small ones are little harder to insert. But ok, the pills worked slower....
No, you should not eat a suppository, as it is designed for rectal or vaginal use and not for oral consumption. Suppositories contain specific medications that are absorbed differently in the body when administered through the rectum or vagina. Ingesting a suppository can lead to adverse effects and may not provide the intended therapeutic benefits. Always follow the instructions provided by a healthcare professional or on the medication packaging.