What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.
For the temporary relief of occasional constipation. Bowel movement is generally produced in 6 to 12 hours.
Warings Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present unless directed by a doctor. WARNINGS: Do not use if printed seal under cap is broken or missing
If pregnant or breast feeding ask a health professional before use
Keep out of reach of children.
Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.
Products with Castor oil as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.
Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.
A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.
For the temporary relief of occasional constipation. Bowel movement is generally produced in 6 to 12 hours. (From the official U.S. FDA label.)
Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Preferably take on an empty stomach. May be taken with juice to improve taste. Adults and children 12 yrs. of age and older: 1 to 4 tablespoonfuls in a single daily dose or as directed by a doctor. Children 2 to under 12 yrs. of age: 1 to 3 tablespoonfuls in a single dose or as directed by a doctor. Children under 2 yrs. of age: Consult a doctor before use.…
In many countries Castor oil is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.
Castor oil is sold under names such as Venelex, Foster And Thrive Castor Oil. Brand names differ between countries.
Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.