Short description
Castor oil is a herbal laxative.
Composition
Active ingredient
Castor bean seed oil
(castor oil) – 30 ml
pharmachologic effect
Herbal laxative. When ingested, it is hydrolyzed by lipase in the small intestine with the formation of ricinoleic acid, which causes irritation of the intestinal receptors (along its entire length) and a reflex increase in peristalsis. The laxative effect occurs in 5-6 hours. It also causes a reflex contraction of the myometrium.
Indications
For oral administration: – constipation. For external use as part of ointments, balms: – burns; – wounds; – ulcers; – dry skin; – dandruff; – to strengthen the hair.
Method of administration and dosage
Inside, adults are prescribed 15-30 g of oil or 15-30 capsules, children – 5-15 g of oil or 5-10 capsules. The capsules are taken within 30 minutes.
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