FDA Label for Castor Oil

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Castor Oil Product Label

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Active Ingredient



Castor oil USP 100%


Purpose



Stimulant laxative


Use



For relief of occasional constipation (irregularity). Generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours.


Warnings



for this product


Do Not Use



For a period longer than 1 week


Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have



  • abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting
  • noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are



taking any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after other drugs. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work.


Stop Use And Ask A Doctor



If you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use. These could be signs of a serious condition.


If Pregnant Or 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



  • Adults and children over 12 years of age - 1 to a maximum of 4 Tablespoons (15 to 60 mL) in a single daily dose
  • children 2 to under 12 years of age - 1 to a maximum of 3 teaspoons (5 to 15 mL) in a single daily dose
  • children under 2 years of age - do not use, consult a doctor

Other Information



keep tightly closed, away from excessive heat


Questions?



1-888-593-0593


Invactive Ingredient



None


Other



DIST. BY MEIJER DISTRIBUTION, INC.

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49544 www.meijer.com


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Castor Oil U.S.P.

Stimulant laxative

For the Relief of Occational Constipation

SEALED WITH PRINTED NECKBAND FOR YOUR PROTECTION

4 FL OZ (118 mL)


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