Side Effects of Mineral Oil Laxative

Mineral oil is used as treatment for constipation. It can be bought over the counter without a prescription. Mineral oil works by coating the inside of your intestinal surface. The stools hold water and they move out of the body more easily. Mineral oil should not be used long-term as a laxative.

1. 予防策

   • Do not use mineral oil if you have inflamed bowel diseases, such as Crohn's disease.ミネラルオイルを使用すると、腹部のけいれん、膨満感、吐き気、嘔吐と痛みにつながる可能性があります。 According to the American Cancer Society, taking mineral oil within two hours of eating food or taking vitamins or medication.

   警告

   • Children under 6 and the elderly should not take mineral oil. According to the Mayo Clinic, young children and the elderly are susceptible to developing pneumonia from inhaling oil droplets.妊娠中の女性は、鉱油の使用も控えるべきです。 Using mineral oil while pregnant will prevent the absorption of vitamins and minerals. Long term use of mineral oil while pregnant can lead to fetal bleeding.

   一般的な副作用

   • The most common side effects of using mineral oil are cramping, bloating and nausea. If used for longer than a week, mineral oil can lead to a decreased bowel response, which means that you have developed a dependency.

   Less Common Effects

   • Other side effects may include vomiting, though this is rare.下痢も発生する可能性があります。 If mineral oil is taken in large quantities, it may leak from the rectum. メイヨークリニックによると、ミネラルオイルはビタミンA、D、E、Kの吸収を妨げる可能性があります。

   アレルギー反応

   • Allergic reactions to mineral oil are rare.考えられる反応の中には、巣箱、発疹、呼吸困難、胸の引き締めがあります。直腸の出血（皮膚の亀裂による）、口の腫れ、顔、唇、舌が発生する可能性があります。 Mineral oil can also prevent you from having a bowel movement after six to eight hours of ingesting the laxative. If you experience any of these symptoms, speak with your health-care provider immediately.