Liquid Paraffin is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Liquid Paraffin have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Liquid Paraffin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Liquid Paraffin is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Liquid Paraffin is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Liquid Paraffin safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Liquid Paraffin during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Liquid Paraffin safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Liquid Paraffin in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Liquid Paraffin is unavailable.
What is the effect of Liquid Paraffin on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Liquid Paraffin on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Liquid Paraffin will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Liquid Paraffin on the Liver?
Side effects of Liquid Paraffin on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Liquid Paraffin on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Liquid Paraffin on the heart, information on safety of Liquid Paraffin for the heart is unavailable.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Liquid Paraffin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Liquid Paraffin habit forming or addictive?
Liquid Paraffin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Liquid Paraffin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Liquid Paraffin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Liquid Paraffin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Liquid Paraffin
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Liquid Paraffin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Liquid Paraffin
Information about the interaction of Liquid Paraffin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Take an oral solution of this drug as advised by your doctor. Topical cream should be applied to the affected area only. Wash the affected area and gently dry it, then quickly apply the cream on the affected area gently (do not vigorously rub it). Then wash your hands.
Yes, an oral solution of this drug helps in relieving constipation because it contains liquid paraffin which is a laxative. It penetrates the stools in our intestine and softens it. It also increases peristaltic activity through osmotic retention of fluids which helps in promoting bowel evacuation.
No, Liquid Paraffin does not help with piles (hemorrhoids). There is a lack of scientific evidence where it is useful for the treatment of piles or not.
No, Liquid Paraffin is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, you can apply topical cream of this drug on the face if it has been advised by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience