Marnys Castor Oil Laxative Castor Oil - 60 Caps

Product Name

• Marnys Castor Oil Capsules

Scientific Name

• Castor Oil Capsules

Category Of Marnys Castor Oil Capsules

• Laxatives

Mechanism Of Action Of Castor Oil Capsules

• Castor oil is known as a stimulant laxative. It works by increasing the movement of the intestines, helping the stool to come out.

Therapeutic Indications Of Marnys Castor Oil Capsules

• Constipation is generally described as having fewer than three bowel movements a week.
• Though occasional constipation is very common, some people experience chronic constipation that can interfere with their ability to go about their daily tasks. Chronic constipation may also cause people to strain excessively to have a bowel movement

Method Of Administration Of Marnys Castor Oil Capsules

• Children 2-11 years: 3-6 capsules per day
• Adults: 4-8 Capsules per day.
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Marnys Castor Oil Capsules

• Stop using the product and seek immediate medical attention if you develop urticaria, rash, tightness of the chest, wheezing, hypotension
• Common side effects

1. Diarrhea
2. Nausea
3. Abdominal cramps
4. Uncommon side effects
5. Dizziness
6. Hypotension
7. Electrolyte disturbance

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Marnys Castor Oil Capsules

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Reduce Constipation

• Drink more water
• Eat more fiber, especially soluble, non-fermentable fiber
• Exercise more
• Eat probiotic foods or take probiotic supplements
• Bowel habit training.

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Marnys Castor Oil Capsules

• Do not use this medication if:

1. You are allergic to any of its content
2. You have gastrointestinal obstruction or perforation, severe impaction, symptoms of appendicitis or acute surgical abdomen, ulcerative colitis, rectal fissures

Storage Conditions Of Marnys Castor Oil Capsules

• store below 25°c
• Don’t refrigerate
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

For More Information About Castor Oil

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit Medscape at Information About Castor Oil
• Visit Drugbank at Information About Castor Oil
• Visit Drugs.com at Information About Castor Oil
• SFDA website