Vaseline oil for oral administration 100 ml

Pharmacotherapeutic group:
Laxative.
Pharmacological properties:
Laxative. Softens stool masses; has a weak stimulating effect on intestinal motility. When taken orally it is not absorbed. The laxative effect comes in 6-8 hours.

Indications

Constipation, Dry Skin Constipation.

Active ingredient

Liquid paraffin

How to take, the dosage

Vaseline oil is used orally. Inside 1 to 2 tablespoons per day two hours after a meal. The course of treatment – no more than 5 days.

Special Instructions

The drug should not be administered to pregnant women because of possible reflex stimulation of the uterus. If taken orally, petroleum jelly may pass through the anal sphincter and contaminate the underwear.

Do not use as a laxative in poisoning with fat-soluble substances (phosphorus, benzene, etc.) and in the treatment of worm infestation with male fern extract.

Influence on the ability to drive vehicles and mechanisms:

The use of the drug does not affect the performance of potentially hazardous activities requiring special attention and quick reactions (driving vehicles, working with moving mechanisms).

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity, acute inflammatory processes in the abdomen, intestinal obstruction, intestinal bleeding, febrile syndrome, pregnancy.

Side effects

With long-term use – disorders of digestion, bowel atony, hypovitaminosis A, E, K.

Overdose

Symptoms:

Diarrhea, impaired water-electrolyte balance.

Treatment:

Symptomatic.

Pregnancy use

During pregnancy the drug is contraindicated due to possible reflex stimulation of the uterus. During breastfeeding the drug is used only by prescription, taking into account the ratio of benefit for the mother/risk for the baby.