How old is your child?
I am pretty sure doctors don't suggest suppositorys for infants for this very reason...
Try an oral medication.
2007-03-14 14:36:24
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answered by RitzFitz29 5
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There are other options before the suppositories. I had problems with my child in the begining. There where a few things I tried that help other than the suppositories. Pear Juice, Apple Prune Juice, Kayro water. Then my last resort was the suppository. And since he was an infant. (Younger than 3mon) The Doctor told me to break it in 1/2 both ways. I had the same problem with him not holding it in. So what I did was inserted it and held it there for a min or so and then held his legs closed. Pending on age and whether they are breast fed formula fed or what types of foods they are eating, some babies may not need to go for a few days and keep and eye on the cosistancy of the bowel (Hard, Soft, Loose)
NEVER GIVE A FLEET!!
2007-03-14 22:12:02
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answered by Amanda W 2
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take a child size suppository and cut it in half lengthwise. when you insert it, you'll have to either leave your finger there to hold it in, or you can squeeze your baby's buttcheeks together... i usually just hold it in there.. yes, your baby will push and make it come out... the glycerin will start to dissolve and then should help him go... it can take anywhere from 15 minutes to 1 hour. do not give more than 1 suppository a day. he might get a little out and then stop, but if you can play with him on the floor, move his legs around, then it usually helps to get some more out.. you might also try to give some prune juice, apple juice, or plum juice, mixed half and half with water, if your baby is at least 4 months old. this will help with the constipation... don't give the suppository but every 4 or 5 days, if he is not having a bowel movement.. giving them more frequently can actually stop him from having bowel movements.
2007-03-15 01:21:04
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answered by daisylady 3
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Well I'm not sure how old your child is. But I can tell you, that if you are gentle it just slides in, they are lubricated and don't hurt. Have him lie on his side, talk to him and keep him calm. Rub his back. You also need to be quick. I also wanted to respond to the other comment where she said this is why it's not recommended for kids. Well, that's not true. When a child is constipated they recommend suppositories over other laxatives. They work fast. Try to tell him that he will feel better when it is all done.
2007-03-14 21:45:02
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answered by Michelle 6
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A suppository should be inserted fully. Is this for constipation? An enema might work better if that is the case. Be sure its inserted inside the body far enough. It sounds as though its not deep enough.
http://www.safemedication.com/Administer/Suppositories.pdf
2007-03-14 21:54:06
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answered by Frootbat31 6
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You may have to hold it in for a few minutes. Gently insert it with one hand and place your other hand on his tummy for support. It usually doesn't take long for the suppository to melt enough for it not to be uncomfortable for him.
2007-03-14 21:48:31
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answered by KieKie 5
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LAY HIM DOWN ON HIS SIDE AND MAKE SURE HIS LEGS ARE BENT A LIL THEN TAKE LUBRICANT
AND LUBE THE SUPPOSITORIE I HOPE THIS HELPS
2007-03-14 21:47:47
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answered by Swm 39 4 Younger Swf Forever 4
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just stick it in who cares what he does, you the boss. someday he will probably enjoy it later on in his 20's and suddenly he wants to move to sf
2007-03-14 21:37:44
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answered by Anonymous
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