Vaseline oil

Vaseline oil - a synthetically obtained product, the product of the processing process of residual oil fractions, obtained by distilling the solar oil after kerosene distillation. 

Indications of the vaseline oil

Vaseline oil can be used:

• for internal reception (with chronic and frequent constipation, intoxication with fat-soluble poisonous substances - gasoline products, benzene, kerosene, etc.);
• for external application (to soften the skin, to prepare ointments and creams);
• for the lubrication of catheters and enema tips.

Release form

Vaseline oil for medical use is produced in the following dosage forms:

• ampoules of 2 ml;
• bubbles 25 ml or 50 ml;
• bottles of 90 g, 130 g, 180 g or 200 g.

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Pharmacodynamics

When administered orally, the drug has an effective laxative effect. This is due to the lubrication of the walls of the intestine, the softening of dense fecal stones with constipation. Vaseline oil can also have a slight potentiating effect on peristalsis.

 The drug is also called "liquid paraffin" - this hydrocarbon mixture does not dissolve in ethanol and water, but is perfectly soluble in combination with chloroform or ether. Vaseline oil can be mixed with all kinds of vegetable oils, except castor oil.

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Pharmacokinetics

The pharmacokinetics of vaseline oil has not been studied.

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Dosing and administration

Internal intake of vaseline oil (for the treatment of constipation) can be taken on an empty stomach to 2 tablespoons 1-2 times a day. The laxative effect is expected usually after 5 hours after application. The duration of continuous treatment is no more than five days.

In childhood, the drug is used only externally, lubricating the peeling and irritated skin surfaces.

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Use of the vaseline oil during pregnancy

During pregnancy, the use of vaseline oil for oral administration is not recommended: stimulation of uterine contractions is possible, which can lead to miscarriage. External application of the drug is permissible.

About internal use of Vaseline oil in the lactation period it is better to consult your doctor.

Contraindications

Among the contraindications to the use of petroleum jelly, the following conditions can be distinguished:

• acute stage of intestinal obstruction;
• various inflammatory pathologies of the intestine and other organs of the abdominal cavity;
• fever, fever;
• hypersensitivity to medications.

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Side effects of the vaseline oil

Frequent and prolonged internal intake of the drug can cause some addiction and lethargy of the intestines, as well as disorders of the digestive process.

 The oil does not allow adsorbing fat-soluble vitamins, which can subsequently provoke vitamin deficiency.

 When used externally, a refined refined product can be irritating to the skin.

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Overdose

With the simultaneous use of too large doses of the drug may develop diarrhea disorders in the form of diarrhea, digestive disorders, vomiting. Treatment of such a condition is symptomatic.

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Interactions with other drugs

The cases of interaction between vaseline oil and other drugs have not been fixed.

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Storage conditions

The drug is stored in tightly closed containers in a dark place.

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Shelf life

 The life of the medication is vaseline oil has no limitations. 

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