Medicinal liquid paraffin
Therapeutic agent (verify pharmacological class)
What it is used for
Therapeutic use is agent- and indication-specific within the class (Therapeutic agent (verify pharmacological class)). Use according to culture results, national guidelines (Kenya STG/EML where applicable) and the current product SmPC. Constipation
Warnings
Obtain allergy and medication history. Adjust for renal/hepatic impairment, pregnancy, lactation, extremes of age and interacting drugs. Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest appropriate duration. Monitor for expected class adverse effects.
Possible side effects
Malabsorption of fat-soluble vitamins; anal seepage; anal irritation; lipoid pneumonia in case of inhalation; granulomatous reaction when absorbed into intestinal walls.
Storage
Store as labelled. Keep out of reach of children.
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