DRUG SUPPLIED DOSE COMMENTS
MINERAL OIL (heavy) (Paeds)


Mechanism of action:

Lubricant laxative



Ref: 44, 67, 423, 433



Last update: 2019-07-01
Liquid

Fleet mineral oil enema: 130 mL (each unit delivers 120 mL when used as directed)
1-3 mL/kg/dose PO daily or in divided doses

Usual Oral Dose by Age:
6 to 12 years: 5 -15 mL
> 12 years and Adults: 15-45 mL

Rectal:
2 to 11 years: 60 mL pr x 1
> 12 years and adults: 120 mL pr x 1


Considered as additional or second line treatment

Onset of action is 6-8 hours.

Should not be used for longer than one week.

Do not take concurrently with docusate.

May impair absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, calcium and warfarin.

May cause diarrhea, cramps, and lipid pneumonitis (via aspiration).

If given orally, do not give at HS and use with caution in children < 5 years or with neurological deficits due to aspiration risk.


Standard Prescription:

mineral oil __ml PO__(frequency)