Classes
DEA Class; OTC
Common Brand Names; Fleet Castor Oil, Emulsoil
- Laxatives, Other
Description
Irritant/stimulant laxative
Indications
Indicated for treatment of
- Constipation
- Colonic Evacuation
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, GI obstruction or perforation, severe impaction, symptoms of appendicitis or acute surgical abdomen, ulcerative colitis, rectal fissures
Adverse Effects
- Dizziness
- Abdominal cramps
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Electrolyte disturbance
- Hypotension
- Pelvic congestion
Warnings
Avoid in pregnancy; can induce premature labor
Pregnancy and Lactation
Pregnancy Category: N/A
Lactation: Safe
Maximum Dosage
Constipation
15-60 mL PO once
Colonic Evacuation
15-60 mL PO once, 16 hours before procedure
How supplied
Castor oil
oral solution
- 100%
