Liquid Parafin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Liquid Parafin Information

Liquid Parafin is a prescription medicine. Secondary and off-label uses of Liquid Parafin have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Liquid Parafin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Liquid Parafin have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Liquid Parafin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Liquid Parafin's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Liquid Parafin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Liquid Parafin related warnings section.

Liquid Parafin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects.

Additionally, Liquid Parafin may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Liquid Parafin is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Liquid Parafin Benefits & Uses
Liquid Parafin Dosage & How to Take
Liquid Parafin Side Effects
Liquid Parafin Related Warnings
Liquid Parafin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Liquid Parafin
Liquid Parafin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Liquid Parafin Benefits & Uses

Liquid Parafin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Skin Disorders

Liquid Parafin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Liquid Parafin Related Warnings

Is the use of Liquid Parafin safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Liquid Parafin for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Liquid Parafin safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Liquid Parafin in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Liquid Parafin on the Kidneys?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Liquid Parafin on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Liquid Parafin will cause side effects on kidney or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Liquid Parafin on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Liquid Parafin on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Liquid Parafin on the Heart?

Information about safety of Liquid Parafin for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown

Liquid Parafin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Liquid Parafin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Liquid Parafin

Is this Liquid Parafin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Liquid Parafin has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Liquid Parafin since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Liquid Parafin only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Liquid Parafin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Liquid Parafin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Liquid Parafin

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Liquid Parafin with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Liquid Parafin

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Liquid Parafin with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Liquid Parafin

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Liquid Parafin?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Take Liquid Parafin as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Taking this drug beyond that period might not be good for you.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Liquid Parafin?

Dr. , General Physician

Liquid Parafin is a brand name of liquid paraffin and it is available in the form of topical cream and oral solution. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug known as osmotic laxatives and emollients. Oral solution of this drug is used to provide relief from moderate to severe constipation and its topical cream is used as an emollient for dry, scaly, and itchy skin conditions such as eczema, ichthyosis, psoriasis, and pruritus.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Liquid Parafin help with piles?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, Liquid Parafin does not help with piles (hemorrhoids). There is a lack of scientific evidence where it is useful for the treatment of piles or not.