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What is the most important information I should know about Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion)?
Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients.
Not for use with soft contact lenses.
Facial swelling, Allergic reaction, Application site redness, Application site irritation, Shortness of breath
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What are the possible side effects of Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion)?
Applies to Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion): powder, powder packets, tablets
Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Abdominal fullness.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur while taking Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) (the active ingredient contained in Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion))
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; difficulty swallowing; nausea; rectal bleeding; stomach pain; vomiting.
fungal infections
An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) is a Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion)-forming laxative. Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) absorbs liquid in the intestines and makes a bulky, softer stool which is easier to pass.
Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) helps relieve constipation and to maintain regularity.
An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.Oral
Constipation
Adult: Up to 45 ml/day, usually in the evening but should not be taken immediately before going to bed. Max duration of treatment: 1 wk.
Child: 3-12 yr: 0.5-1 ml/kg (max 30 ml) once daily; 12-18 yr: 10-30 ml once daily, normally after evening meal but not immediately before going to bed. May be mixed with ice cream or yoghurt to increase palatability. Max duration of treatment: 1 wk.
OphthalmicDry eye
Adult: Apply as required, usually at night.
Child: Apply as required, usually at night.
Rectal
Constipation
Adult: 120 ml (range 60-150 ml) daily as an enema.
Child: 2-11 yr: 30-60 ml daily as an enema.
Topical/CutaneousHydrate and soften skin
Adult: Apply as required, especially after bath or shower.
Child: Apply as required, especially after bath or shower.
Uses of Paraffin Liquid (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) in details There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.Liquid Paraffin Liquid (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) is used for temporary relief from constipation and relieving pain in the anus or rectum due to piles (hemorrhoids) or cracks in the anus (anal fissure). As a cream, it is used to treat dry and inflammatory skin conditions like contact dermatitis (allergic skin reaction after exposure to a foreign substance), atopic dermatitis (itchy, red, swollen, cracked skin due to inflammation), senile pruritus (itchy skin in the elderly), eczema (rough, itchy and blistered skin patches) and ichthyosis (fish like scaly skin by birth).
Paraffin Liquid (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) descriptionParaffin Liquid (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) contains light liquid Paraffin Liquid (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) 85% and propyl hydroxybenzoate 0.04%. It contains no perfume, lanolin or lanolin derivatives.
Paraffin Liquid (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) dosageMaximum therapeutic effect is obtained by using Paraffin Liquid (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) in the bath, but it is still effective when applied under the shower. It may also be used as a sponge bath.
Bath: Add 10 mL to a warm bath. Bathe for 5-10 min. Pat skin dry. Infants: Use 2-4 mL in baby's bath.
Shower: Apply undiluted directly on the wet skin; allow to remain for a few minutes. Pat skin dry.
Patients in Bed: Add 4 mL to 2 L of warm to hot water; sponge the affected area. Pat skin dry.
Adjunctive Therapy: Pinetarsol may be added to the bath containing Paraffin Liquid (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) if an increased antipruritic effect is desired. QV Bar may be used for additional cleansing if required.
After Bath or Shower: Use QV Skin Lotion (non-perfumed) for continued emollient effect.
Paraffin Liquid (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) interactionsParaffin Liquid (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) can interact with other medications. Before taking Paraffin Liquid (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion), talk to your doctor if you are taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines. You may not be able to take Paraffin Liquid (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion), or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring if you are taking any other medicines.
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May give rise to granulomatous reactions.
Prolonged use of liquid Paraffin Liquid (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) may interfere with the absorption of fat soluble vitamins
Paraffin Liquid (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) contraindicationsHypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of Paraffin Liquid (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion).
Saccharin (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) indications An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.artificial sweetener
Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) is a Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion)-forming laxative that increases the amount of water in your stools to help make them softer and easier to pass.
Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) is used to treat constipation and to help maintain regular bowel movements.
Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
A fungistatic compound that is widely used as a food preservative. It is conjugated to GLYCINE in the liver and excreted as hippuric acid. As the sodium salt form, sodium benzoate is used as a treatment for urea cycle disorders due to its ability to bind amino acids. This leads to excretion of these amino acids and a decrease in ammonia levels. Recent research shows that sodium benzoate may be beneficial as an add-on therapy (1 gram/day) in schizophrenia. Total Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale scores dropped by 21% compared to placebo.
Use Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) eye drops as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) eye drops.
There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.Benzoic Acid (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) is used in combination with salicylic acid to treat Tinea and other fungal infections of the skin.
There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.This medication is used to relieve dry, irritated eyes. Common causes for dry eyes include wind, sun, heating/air conditioning, computer use/reading, and certain medications.
This product may contain 1 or more of the following ingredients: carboxymethylcellulose, dextran, glycerin, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol 400 (PEG 400), polysorbate, polyvinyl alcohol, povidone, or propylene glycol, among others.
Eye lubricants keep the eye moist, help to protect the eye from injury and infection, and decrease symptoms of dry eyes such as burning, itching, and feeling as if something is in the eye.
How to use Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) ophthalmicFollow all directions on the product package. If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not use a solution that has changed color or is cloudy. Certain brands (containing glycerin with polysorbates, among other ingredients) may have a milky appearance. This is okay as long as the solution does not change color. Some eye drops need to be shaken before use. Check the label to see if you should shake your product before using.
Usually, drops may be used as often as needed. Ointments are usually used 1 to 2 times daily as needed. If using an ointment once a day, it may be best to use it at bedtime.
To apply eye ointment/drops/gels: Wash hands first. To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the dropper or top of the ointment tube or let it touch your eye. Always replace the cap tightly after each use. Tilt your head back, look up, and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch. For drops/gels, place the dropper directly over the eye and squeeze out 1 or 2 drops as needed. Look down and gently close your eye for 1 or 2 minutes. Place one finger at the corner of the eye near the nose and apply gentle pressure. This will prevent the medication from draining away from the eye. For an ointment, hold the tube directly over the eye and gently squeeze a small strip (one-fourth of an inch or roughly 6 millimeters) of ointment into the pouch. Release the eyelid, close the eye, and slowly roll your eye in all directions to spread the medication. Blot away any extra ointment from around the eye with a clean tissue.
If you are also using another kind of eye medication (e.g., drops or ointments), wait at least 5 minutes before applying other medications. Use eye drops before eye ointments to allow the eye drops to enter the eye.
If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using most kinds of eye lubricants. Ask your doctor or pharmacist when you may replace your contact lenses. There are a few types of eye lubricants (some that contain polysorbates) that can be used while wearing contact lenses. Check the package to see if you can wear your contact lenses while using your product.
Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens after 3 days.
2 tablets (1000 mg) orally with 8 oz of liquid up to 6 times a day, or 1 heaping tablespoonful (19 g) of powder dissolved in 8 oz of cold water orally up to 3 times a day, or 1 heaping tablespoonful (10.2 g) of sugar-free powder dissolved in 8 oz of cold water orally up to 3 times a day.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Constipation
6 to 12 years:
1 tablet (500 mg) orally with 8 oz of liquid up to 6 times a day, or one-half tablespoonful (9.5 g) of powder dissolved in 8 oz of cold water orally once a day, or one-half tablespoonful (5.1 g) of sugar-free powder dissolved in 8 oz of cold water orally once a day. The mixture should be administered promptly, and drinking another glass of water is highly recommended.
>12 years:
oral tablet:
2 tablets (1000 mg) orally with 8 oz of liquid up to 6 times a day, or 1 heaping tablespoonful (19 g) of powder dissolved in 8 oz of cold water orally up to 3 times a day, or 1 heaping tablespoonful (10.2 g) of sugar-free powder dissolved in 8 oz of cold water orally up to 3 times a day.
Renal Dose Adjustments
No adjustment recommended
Liver Dose Adjustments
No adjustment recommended
Precautions
Administer with at least an 8 ounce glass of water or other fluid. Taking this product without enough liquid may cause it to swell and block the esophagus possibly resulting in choking.
Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) should not be used in patients with difficulty swallowing.
Seek immediate medical attention if chest pain, vomiting, and/or difficulty swallowing or breathing occur after administration.
Do not take sugar-free product if on a phenylalanine-free diet.
Do not use for longer than 1 week unless directed by a physician.
Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) should generally not be used for a period of greater than one week, unless otherwise directed by a physician.
Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) should generally not be used if abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present, unless otherwise directed by a physician.
Dialysis
No adjustment recommended
Other Comments
Continued use for 12 to 72 hours may be necessary for full benefit. Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours.
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Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion) can interact with other medications. Before taking Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion), talk to your doctor if you are taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines. You may not be able to take Methylcellulose (Liquid Paraffin Oral Emulsion), or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring if you are taking any other medicines.
