Vaseline Oil - Instructions, Use For Newborns, For Constipation, Price

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Vaseline oil

Vaseline oil: instructions for use and reviews

1. 1. Release form and composition
2. 2. Pharmacological properties
3. 3. Indications for use
4. 4. Contraindications
5. 5. Method of application and dosage
6. 6. Side effects
7. 7. Overdose
8. 8. Special instructions
9. 9. Application during pregnancy and lactation
10. 10. Use in childhood
11. 11. Drug interactions
12. 12. Analogs
13. 13. Terms and conditions of storage
14. 14. Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
15. 15. Reviews
16. 16. Price in pharmacies

Latin name: Vaselin oil

ATX code: A06AA01

Active ingredient: Paraffin liquid (Parafin liquid)

Manufacturer: TVERSKAYA PHARMFABRIKA (Russia), MEDKHIM (Russia), TATKHIMFARMPREPARATY (Russia), MOSCOW PHARMFABRIKA (Russia), KAZAN PHARMFABRIKA (Russia)

Description and photo update: 03.11.2017

Prices in pharmacies: from 17 rubles.

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Vaseline oil is a laxative that softens stool and has a mild stimulating effect on intestinal motility.

Release form and composition

The drug is available in the form:

• Oils for oral administration (in dark glass vials of 20, 25, 30, 40, 50, 80, 100, 250, 500, and 1000 ml);
• Oils for oral and external use (in bottles of 25, 40, 50 and 100 ml).

The active ingredient of the drug is liquid paraffin (vaseline oil).

Pharmacological properties

Pharmacodynamics

Vaseline oil is a laxative that softens stool and has a mild stimulating effect on intestinal motility. When taken orally, it is practically not absorbed in the digestive tract and does not enter the systemic circulation. A pronounced laxative effect is observed 6-8 hours after ingestion.

Indications for use

Vaseline oil is used for constipation.

Also, the drug is used as an external agent in the treatment of children. It can be used as a base for various ointments.

Contraindications

• Inflammatory processes in the abdominal cavity;
• Intestinal obstruction;
• Intestinal bleeding;
• Febrile syndrome;
• Hypersensitivity to the drug;
• Pregnancy.

Instructions for the use of Vaseline oil: method and dosage

Vaseline oil for constipation is applied orally 1 time per day, 1-2 tablespoons 2 hours after a meal. The duration of therapy is no more than 5 days.

For newborns, Vaseline oil can be used externally to treat skin folds. Also, the tool is used to treat the tip of the enema before setting it.

Side effects

Long-term use of oil can cause:

• Hypovitaminosis A, E, K;
• Intestinal atony.

Overdose

Overdose can be determined by symptoms such as imbalance in water and electrolyte balance and diarrhea. In this case, symptomatic treatment is recommended.

special instructions

When the oil is taken internally, the drug can be released through the anal sphincter and contaminate linen.

The drug is not recommended for pregnant women due to possible reflex stimulation of the uterus.

The drug does not affect the ability to drive vehicles and complex mechanisms.

Application during pregnancy and lactation

During pregnancy, the use of the drug is contraindicated due to possible reflex stimulation of the uterus. During the period of breastfeeding, this drug is allowed.

Pediatric use

In small children and newborns, Vaseline oil can be used as an external agent - a component that is part of many ointments.

Drug interactions

There is no information on the interaction of Vaseline oil with other drugs.

Analogs

There are no structural analogues of Vaseline oil; to prescribe a drug with a similar therapeutic effect, consult your doctor.

Terms and conditions of storage

Shelf life - 5 years, store in sealed packaging at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C. Keep out of the reach of children.

Terms of dispensing from pharmacies

Available without a prescription.

Reviews of Vaseline oil

According to reviews, Vaseline oil for constipation has established itself as a cheap, highly effective drug when used orally according to indications. Side effects are extremely rare and mild.

The price of Vaseline oil in pharmacies

Average prices for Vaseline oil are:

• for a bottle of 25 ml - 29 rubles;
• for a bottle of 40 ml - 34 rubles;
• for a bottle of 100 ml - 55-60 rubles.

Vaseline oil: prices in online pharmacies

Drug name Price Pharmacy

Vaseline oil oral oil 25 ml 1 pc. RUB 17 Buy

Vaseline oil oral oil 25 ml 1 pc. RUB 19 Buy

Vaseline oil oral oil 40 ml 1 pc. RUB 24 Buy

Vaseline oil oral oil 100 ml 1 pc. RUB 38 Buy

Vaseline oil oral oil 100 ml 1 pc. RUB 40 Buy

Vaseline oil oral oil 100 ml 1 pc. RUB 44 Buy

Maria Kulkes Medical journalist About the author

Education: First Moscow State Medical University named after I. M. Sechenov, specialty "General Medicine".

Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!