“Using a little bit of [water-based, pregnancy-safe] lubricant, and wearing breathable underwear can help, he says. If the irritation doesn’t improve or worsens, let your provider know, though – they ...

Suppositories are a type of medication that is inserted into the body — most commonly the rectum or vagina — where they dissolve and release the medication for absorption. Doctors recommend different ...

A vaginal suppository containing the hormone known as DHEA is a good alternative to estrogen for treating vaginal issues related to menopause, according to a new trial. Pain during sex and vaginal ...

Nursing practice often involves undertaking procedures about which there is debate or uncertainty. In Practice Questions we ask experts to determine how nurses should approach these procedures. This ...

A rectal suppository is a small, solid piece of medication that melts at body temperature. It contains a laxative that stimulates the bowels or softens the stool, treating constipation. Different ...

Rectal suppositories are forms of medication that are inserted into the rectum. Some people use them as alternatives to oral medications, including people who cannot take pills by mouth. Rectal ...

The FDA asked five drugmakers to end the manufacturing and marketing of suppository drug products containing trimethobenzamide hydrochloride, due to lack of evidence of effectiveness. The products, ...

Technical Note: The authors investigated the variables important for calcium-alginate formation as well as dissolution. A previous study provided supporting data for the concept that anti-human ...