EMULSION OF LIQUID PARAFFIN WITH AGAR B.P.C. 1949.
SCHEDULING STATUS:
Not scheduled
PROPRIETARY NAME
(and dosage form):
EMULSION OF LIQUID PARAFFIN WITH AGAR B.P.C. 1949.
COMPOSITION:
Each 10 mL contains:
| Liquid Paraffin | 5 mL | |
| Agar | 75 mg |
Preservative –
| Sodium benzoate | 0,17% m/v |
PHARMACOLOGICAL CLASSIFICATION:
11.5 Laxatives:
PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTION:
Emulsion of Liquid Paraffin with Agar is a laxative with lubricant properties.
INDICATIONS:
To relieve temporary and chronic constipation.
CONTRA-INDICATIONS:
None. Constant use of a laxative is, however, undesirable.
WARNINGS:
Keep all medicines out of reach of children.
DOSAGE AND DIRECTIONS FOR USE:
Adults:
5 – 30 mL (1 – 6 medicine measures)
Children:
2,5 – 10 mL (½ – 2 medicine measures)
Shake the bottle before use.
SIDE-EFFECTS AND SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS:
May give rise to granulomatous reactions.
Prolonged use of liquid paraffin may interfere with the absorption of fat soluble vitamins.
KNOWN SYMPTOMS OF OVERDOSAGE AND PARTICULARS OF ITS TREATMENT:
Excessive dosage may result in seepage and anal irritation. Treatment is symptomatic.
IDENTIFICATION:
A white smooth emulsion.
PRESENTATION:
Bottles of 200 mL, 500 mL, and 2,5 L.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS:
Store below 25°C. Do not refrigerate.
KEEP ALL MEDICINES OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
