Dosing & Uses
AdultPediatric
Dosage Forms & Strengths
oral solution
- 100%
Constipation
15-60 mL PO once
Colonic Evacuation
15-60 mL PO once, 16 hours before procedure
Dosage Forms & Strengths
oral solution
- 100%
Constipation
<2 years: 1-5 mL PO once
2-12 years: 5-15 mL PO once
>12 years: 15-60 mL PO once
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Adverse Effects
Frequency Not Defined
Dizziness
Abdominal cramps
Diarrhea
Nausea
Electrolyte disturbance
Hypotension
Pelvic congestion
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Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, GI obstruction or perforation, severe impaction, symptoms of appendicitis or acute surgical abdomen, ulcerative colitis, rectal fissures
Cautions
Avoid in pregnancy; can induce premature labor
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Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy Category: N/A
Lactation: Safe
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Previous
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Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Irritant/stimulant laxative
Pharmacokinetics
Onset: 2-6 hr
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| BRAND | FORM. | UNIT PRICE | PILL IMAGE |
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| castor oil oral - | 100 % oil |  | |
| castor oil oral - | 100 % oil |  | |
| castor oil oral - | 100 % oil |  |
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