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Humco Mineral Oil Heavy

Dosage form
LIQUID
Labeler
Humco Holding Group, Inc.
Label updated
2023-12-15
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
MINERAL OIL
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Label information

Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Mineral Oil Heavy

Purpose

Laxative

Use

For relief of occasional constipation or irregularit. Generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 8 hrs.

Warnings

Do not take this product if you have abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, change in bowel habits persisting more than 2 weeks, rectal bleeding or kidney failure are present, or use for a period of longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor. Frequent or prolonged use may result in the dependence on laxatives.

Do not administer to infants or young children, bedridden or aged patients unless directed by a doctor.

Ask a doctor before use if

you are currently taking a stool softener laxative.

If pregnant or brest feeding ask a health professional before use.

When using this Product discotinue use

and consult a doctor if there is a failure to have a bowel movement after use.

Keep out of reach of children

In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact Poison Control Center immediately. In case of eye contact wash gently with water for 15 minutes.

Directions

Adults and children 12 yrs and older: 1 to 2 tablespoonfulls at bedtime.

Children 6 to 12 yrs. of age: 1 to 3 teaspoonfuls at bedtime.

Children under 6 yrs. of age: Consult a doctor before use.

Inactive ingredient

dl-alpha-tocopherol as a preservative.

Other information

Keep tightly closed and protect from direct light.

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DailyMed Set ID: 9f943fdf-5058-4e18-ba96-6be112bf72ca · Version 5
NDC: 0395-1685