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Gastrointestinal

Castor Oil USP

Uses

Castor Oil is a stimulant/laxative used for relief of occasional constipation.

Dosage/directions for use

Directions: Administer once daily. Do not take late in day, results within 2 to 6 hours.

Adults and children 12 years of age and older: 3 to 10 teaspoonfuls (15-50 mL).

Children 6 to 11 years: 1 to 3 teaspoonfuls (5-15 mL).

Children under 6 years: Consult a physician.

Ingredients

This product contains: 100% castor oil USP.

Storage

Store this product between between 15oC and 30oC.

KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.

Precautions

Do not use if security seal is broken.

Overuse or extended use may cause dependence for bowel function. Do not take any type of laxative for more than 1 week unless directed by a physician.

Do not take within 2 hours of another medicine, since the desired effect of the other medicine may be reduced.

Do not use in the presence of fever, nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain.

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