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Liquid Paraffin Benefits & Uses

Liquid Paraffin is used to treat the following -

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Liquid Paraffin Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Constipation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 30 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Liquid Paraffin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Liquid Paraffin is used -

Moderate

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Anal irritation

Mild

Nausea or vomiting

Liquid Paraffin Related Warnings

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.

Unknown
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.

Unknown
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.

Unknown
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.

Unknown
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.

Unknown

Liquid Paraffin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Liquid Paraffin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Liquid Paraffin

Is this Liquid Paraffin habit forming or addictive?

Liquid Paraffin does not cause addiction.

No
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.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Liquid Paraffin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Liquid Paraffin for mental disorders.

No

Liquid Paraffin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Liquid Paraffin

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Liquid Paraffin with food.

Unknown
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.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Liquid Paraffin

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Liquid Paraffin?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS, MS , Urology, General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Liquid Paraffin be used for constipation?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Liquid Paraffin help with piles?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I use Liquid Paraffin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Liquid Paraffin be used on face?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, you can apply topical cream of this drug on the face if it has been advised by your doctor.

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Liquid Paraffin Benefits & Uses

Liquid Paraffin Dosage & How to Take

Liquid Paraffin Side Effects

Liquid Paraffin Related Warnings

Liquid Paraffin Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Liquid Paraffin

Liquid Paraffin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Liquid Paraffin

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Liquid Paraffin?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS, MS , Urology, General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Question over 5 years ago

Can Liquid Paraffin be used for constipation?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Question over 5 years ago

Does Liquid Paraffin help with piles?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I use Liquid Paraffin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Can Liquid Paraffin be used on face?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

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