What is Castor Oil, USP?
CATEGORY: Over the Counter Drugs
TYPES:Generic: Castor Oil, USPBrand:
Castor Oil is used as a laxative and an emollient. It is used in preparation for rectal or bowel examination or surgery; rarely used to relieve constipation. It may also be applied to the skin as emollient and protectant.
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How do members experience Castor Oil, USP?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowel irritability | 4 | 5 | |
| Constipation | 4 | 1 | |
| Hair loss | 2 | 0 | |
| Support circulatory health | 2 | 1 | |
| Abdominal adhesions | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Jarisch-Herxeimer reaction | 1 | |
| Nausea | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 1 | |
| Mild | 3 | |
| None | 4 |
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