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FLEET

Dosage form
LIQUID
Labeler
C.B. Fleet Company, Inc.
Label updated
2024-04-01
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
MINERAL OIL
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Label information

Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each 5 mL / teaspoonful)

Mineral Oil 2.5 mL.......................................

Purpose

Lubricant Laxative

Uses

▪ relieves occasional constipation

▪ generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 8 hours

Warnings

Do not use

▪ for children under 6 years of age, pregnant women, bedridden patients or persons with difficulty swallowing

Ask a doctor before using this product if you have

▪ abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting

▪ a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

presently taking a stool softener laxative.

When using this product

do not take with meals.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

▪ you notice rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. This may indicate a serious condition. Discontinue use and consult a doctor.

▪ you need to use the product more than one week

If breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use. 

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

do not take with meals

▪ shake well before using

▪ adults and children 12 years of age and over: 3 to 9 teaspoons  (15 - 45 mL), maximum 9 teaspoons (45 mL) in 24 hours

▪ children 6 to under 12 years of age: 1 to 3 teaspoons (5 – 15 mL), maximum 3 teaspoons (15 mL) in 24 hours or as directed by a doctor

▪ children under 6 years of age: consult a doctor

Inactive i ngredients

acacia, benzoic acid, carrageenan (irish moss), ethyl vanillin, glycerin, mapliene triple oil, purified water, titanium dioxide, vanillin

Other information

Store at room temperature 15°-25°C (59°-77°F)

Questions?

Call toll-free 1-855-727- 4277

Principal Display Panel

Fleet ®  
Laxative
Mineral Oil
Oral Liquid
Lubricant Laxative

16 FL OZ (480 mL)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: e0b7acab-add4-4daf-b1df-bb7cf5ca8e19 · Version 1
NDC: 0132-0400