Vaseline oil, for oral administration 40 ml

Vaseline oil is a laxative.

Pharmacodynamics

Softens stools; has a mild stimulatory effect on intestinal motility.

Pharmacokinetics

It is not absorbed when taken orally.

Indications

Constipation

Active ingredient

Composition

Active ingredient:

Liquid paraffin (Vaseline oil).

How to take, the dosage

Ingestion.

1-2 tablespoons a day 2 hours after a meal. The course of treatment is not more than 5 days.

Special Instructions

The drug should not be administered to pregnant women because of possible reflex stimulation of the uterus.

Vaseline oil may be excreted through the anal sphincter and contaminate the underwear when taken orally.

Impact on the ability to drive vehicles, operate machinery.

The drug does not affect the ability to drive vehicles, operate machinery.

Contraindications

Side effects

With long-term use – intestinal atony, hypovitaminosis A, E, K.

Overdose

Symptoms: diarrhea, water-electrolyte imbalance.

Treatment: symptomatic.