Castor Oil
Castor Oil Information

About Castor Oil

Castor Oil is an irritant and stimulant laxative. Castor Oil is obtained from the seed of Ricinus communis. It consists chiefly of glyceride of ricinoleic and isoricinoleic acids. Castor Oil is effective in the treatment of constipation and to evacuate (clear) the intestine before rectal or bowel examinations. Topically Castor Oil is used as an emollients to soften and moisturize the skin and as a lubricant to treat dry, itchy skin and to protect the skin irritation.

Indications

Castor Oil is primarily indicated in conditions like Conjuctivitis, Constipation.

Contraindication

Castor Oil is contraindicated in conditions like Intestinal obstruction,Abdominal pain.

Side Effects

The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Castor Oil, which give rise to further complications include Allergic reactions.The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Castor Oil include Nausea & vomiting, Colic, Purgation.

Warnings

Castor oil should not be given when intestinal obstruction is present. Castor oil should not be administered by mouth in large doses, because may cause nausea or vomiting. Discontinue use if skin eruption occur.

High Risk Groups

Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, and Geriatrics.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.