What Is Starch Suppository and How Does It Work?
The starch suppository is an over-the-counter (OTC) product used to treat hemorrhoids.
The starch suppository is available under the following different brand names: Starch PR and Tucks Suppository.
What Are the Dosages of Starch Suppository?
Dosages of Starch Suppository:
Dosage Forms and Strengths
Suppositories
- 51% starch
Dosage Considerations – Should be Given as Follows:
Hemorrhoids
- Adults and children over 12 years: 1-6 suppository/day rectally as needed
- Children under 12 years: Safety and efficacy not established
- Can use stool softeners or bulk-forming laxatives in conjunction with the suppository
What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Starch Suppository?
Side effects of starch suppository include:
- Irritation
- Itching
This document does not contain all possible side effects and others may occur. Check with your physician for additional information about side effects.
What Other Drugs Interact with Starch Suppository?
If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor, health care provider or pharmacist first.
- Starch suppository has no listed severe interactions with other drugs.
- Starch suppository has no listed serious interactions with other drugs.
- Starch suppository has no listed moderate interactions with other drugs.
- Starch suppository has no listed mild interactions with other drugs.
This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist. Check with your physician if you have health questions or concerns.
What Are Warnings and Precautions for Starch Suppository?
Warnings
This medication contains a starch suppository. Do not take Starch PR or Tucks Suppository if you are allergic to starch suppository or any ingredients contained in this drug.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any ingredients
Effects of Drug Abuse
- No information available
Short-Term Effects
- See "What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Starch Suppository?”
Long-Term Effects
- See "What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Starch Suppository?”
Cautions
- Reevaluate if rectal bleeding or condition worsens after 7 days
Pregnancy and Lactation
No information is available regarding the use of starch suppository in pregnant women. Consult your doctor.
It is not known if starch suppository is excreted in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
