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How to take mineral oil: Mineral Oil Laxative Oral: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing

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Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions

Mineral oil is an over-the-counter chemical substance made from naturally occurring crude petroleum oil. Mineral oils are colorless, transparent, oily liquids that are odorless and tasteless. They are insoluble in water and ethanol, soluble in benzene, ether, petroleum ether, carbon disulfide, and volatile oils.

A complex series of processing steps are needed to make mineral oils with the physical properties and purity required to make cosmetics, food, and pharmaceuticals safe to consume.  

Also Known As

Mineral oils are also called base oils, mineral base oils, baby oils, or lubricant base oils.

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Health Benefits

Mineral oils are commonly used and have numerous health benefits ranging from softening your skin to easing constipation. Cosmetics have been formulated with mineral oil for more than a century.

Dry Skin

Most people choose mineral oil because of its potent moisturizing and skin softening effects. Many skin products contain mineral oils because they’re such effective moisturizers.

If you have xerosis, or very dry skin, mineral oil can help. Mineral oils create a barrier on the skin that seals in moisture and reduces trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL) (water evaporation through the skin). This is why they work best after a bath or shower when the skin is damp.

The feet are some of the driest parts of our bodies. When your feet are dry and cracked, applying mineral oil with some water before bed may do wonders to make them soft again. Try covering your feet with socks to help lock in more moisture and prevent your sheets from becoming greasy.

Constipation

Mineral oil is a lubricant and a laxative. Taking mineral oil orally or using it as an enema can help ease acute constipation. Mineral oil is different from a stool softener, which adds moisture to stools to make them easier to pass. Instead, mineral oil works as a laxative to induce a bowel movement.

It also acts as a lubricant that makes it easier for the stool to slide down the colon if it gets stuck in your lower bowels. This “slickness” eases the pain associated with an internal tear (fissure) or hemorrhoid during bowel movements by making the stool less resistant as it comes out.

It can take up to eight hours to have a bowel movement. Try to time taking mineral oil with this in mind.

Eczema

If your skin is irritated and itchy from eczema, mineral oil may be a great soothing and moisturizing agent. Mineral oil is one of the best topical products for eczema. Ointments, such as mineral oil, have the highest oil content, so they typically don’t burn sensitive skin.

Mineral oil is most effective for eczema when you apply it to wet skin. It can be a good alternative if you prefer to avoid cortisone creams, especially if you are putting it on your baby’s tender skin.

Ear Wax Removal

You can safely remove ear wax buildup with mineral oil. Mineral oil helps dissolve ear wax and moisturizes the ear canal, making it easier for the wax to dislodge. You can put several drops of mineral oil inside the ear canal with a dropper.

You should first check with your doctor if you wear hearing aids or have had eardrum perforations before trying to remove ear wax at home.

Cradle Cap and Adult Dandruff

Cradle cap (seborrheic dermatitis) affects many infants in the first year of life, which can be frustrating for parents. Rubbing a small amount of mineral oil on your baby’s head can treat cradle cap.

After applying, leave the oil on for a few hours, then gently massage the scalp with a soft brush and comb out the loosened scales. Be sure to always shampoo your baby’s hair after applying mineral oil because oil buildup makes cradle cap worse.

If you are using mineral oil for adult dandruff, use the same steps to dislodge your flakes.

Possible Side Effects and Precautions

Mineral oil is generally considered safe. When used topically, it rests primarily on the upper skin layers, so there is little risk of systemic side effects. But there are some reactions to watch for with other uses.

Oral

Follow these precautions;

  • Do not take mineral oils for more than a week unless your doctor recommends it. Using laxatives for too long can make your body dependent on them for regular bowel movements, damage the bowel, and cause malnutrition. Long-term use can also create problems with the amounts of water and salts in your body.
  • People who are pregnant should avoid mineral oil. Ingesting mineral oils can interfere with the absorption of some vitamins by the pregnant person, which can cause hemorrhaging in newborns.
  • You should not take mineral oil and the drug docusate (Colace, Correctol, Peri-Colac e, Surfakor) or any other stool softener at the same time.
  • Inhaling mineral oil is particularly dangerous and can cause pneumonia.
  • Taking mineral oils within two hours of another drug can reduce the potency of your medication. 
  • People who have trouble swallowing shouldn’t take mineral oil since it may get into the lungs by accident and cause pneumonia.
  • According to the Beers Criteria, geriatric patients should avoid taking mineral oil orally because of the potential for aspiration or other adverse effects. 

Enema

Mineral oil-based enemas (Fleet) can cause skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue; severe diarrhea, or difficulty breathing or shortness of breath. You should report any of these side effects immediately to your doctor.

Other side effects include:

  • Oil leakage from the rectum
  • Rectal skin irritation
  • Loose stools
  • Lower stomach discomfort or cramps
  • Nausea

Topical

Mineral oil can make you susceptible to increased ultraviolet (UV) ray penetration, which is a risk for skin cancer.

Dosage and Preparation

The following mineral oil dosages are recommended by the Prescribers’ Digital Reference manual. 

Constipation Oral Dosage

Infants and children aged 6 and younger should not take laxatives generally unless directed by a doctor. The same is true for mineral oil. Children are more likely to inhale mineral oil because of their young age, increasing the risk of pneumonia. These are the recommended dosages for oral administration for constipation:

  • Adults, adolescents and children 12 years or older: The recommended dose is 30 to 90 milliliters (mL) per day PO (meaning by mouth) as needed to relieve constipation. The maximum daily dose may be taken as a single dose or divided in up to three equal parts. It should not be used for longer than one week unless directed by a physician.
  • Children 6 to 11 years: The recommended dose is 10 to 30 mL per day PO as needed to relieve constipation. The maximum daily dose may be taken as a single dose or divided in up to three equal parts. It should not be used for longer than one week unless directed by a physician.
  • Infants and Children Under 6 years: Safety and efficacy have not been established.

Rectal Dosage (Rectal Enema)

These dosages are recommended for constipation, administered via rectal enema:

  • Adults, Adolescents, and Children 12 years or Older: The recommendation is 120 mL rectally as a single dose. Do not use more than one enema per day. It should not be used longer than one week unless directed by physician.
  • Children 2 years to 11 years: The recommendation is 60 mL rectally as a single dose. Do not use more than one enema per day. It should not be used longer than one week unless directed by physician.

Maximum Dosage

Do not exceed these dosages:

  • Adults: The recommendation is 90 mL/day by mouth or one rectal enema/day PR (meaning per rectum) for no longer than one week.
  • Geriatric: The recommendation is 90 mL/day by mouth or one rectal enema/day PR for no longer than one week.
  • Adolescents: The recommendation is 90 mL/day by mouth or one rectal enema/day PR for no longer than one week.
  • Children 12 years: 90 mL/day by mouth or one rectal enema/day PR for no longer than one week.
  • Children 6 to 11 years: 30 mL/day by mouth or 1/2 rectal enema/day PR for no longer than one week.
  • Children 2 to 5 years: Oral safety and efficacy have not been established; 1/2 enema/day by mouth for no longer than one week.
  • Children under 2 years, infants, and neonates: Do not use.

Other Questions

It’s important to understand what you are putting in and on your body. Here are a few common questions people ask about mineral oil.

Is mineral oil bad for your skin?

Mineral oil is noncomedogenic, which means it doesn’t clog pores. It was introduced into cosmetic products in the 1800s and has a long record of safe use.  When used topically, mineral oil primarily sits on the outer layers of the skin and only a minor amount reaches deeper skin layers. Given the lack of deep absorption, the risk of you having a bad reaction is low.

Does mineral oil cause cancer?

Cosmetic products containing mineral oil don’t present a risk to your health under normal use conditions. It is important to understand that the type of highly refined, purified mineral oil used in cosmetics and personal care products is different from the “crude” or unrefined forms of mineral oil used in the automotive, railroad, and aviation industries.

Does the Federal Drug Administration regulate mineral oil?

The FDA permits the use of mineral oil as an active ingredient in some over-the-counter drug product categories, including drugs administered in the rectum, skin protectants, and drugs for dry eyes.

Mineral Oil oral solution or emulsion

What is this medicine?

MINERAL OIL (MIN-ah-rel OIL) is a laxative. This medicine is used to relieve occasional constipation or stool impaction.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Kondremul, Liqui-Doss, Muri-Lube

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

  • abdominal pain
  • blood in your stool (black or tarry stools) or if you have blood in your vomit
  • stomach or intestinal problems
  • difficulty swallowing
  • bedridden
  • an unusual or allergic reaction to mineral oil, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
  • pregnant or trying to get pregnant
  • breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine?

Take this medicine by mouth with a full glass of water. Follow the directions on the package label. Shake well before use. Do not take with food. Do not take this medicine before bedtime. Take it earlier in the day. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not use for longer than 1 week without advice of your health care professional.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this medicine may be used in children as young as 6 years of age, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

What may interact with this medicine?

  • dietary supplements like beta-carotene and vitamins A, D, E, and K
  • docusate sodium
  • estrogens and estrogen-containing birth control pills
  • warfarin

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not start to get better or get worse. Do not use this medicine for longer than directed by your doctor or health care professional. This medicine can be habit-forming. Long-term use can make your body depend on the laxative for regular bowel movements, damage the bowel, cause malnutrition, and problems with the amounts of water and salts in your body. If your constipation keeps returning, check with your doctor or health care professional.

Drink fluids as directed to prevent dehydration and to assist stool passage.

If you take a vitamin supplement, take the supplement 1 hour before or 4 hours after a dose of mineral oil to limit any interaction.

If stools become loose or you have diarrhea, discontinue use and consult your doctor or health care professional for advice, if necessary.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

  • allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
  • diarrhea that is severe
  • difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
  • unusually weak or tired

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

  • leakage of oil from rectum or rectal skin irritation
  • loose stools
  • lower stomach discomfort or cramps
  • nausea

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Beware regular use of mineral oil for constipation

Q: What are the side effects, if any, from prolonged use of mineral oil as a laxative? I eat lots of fruits and vegetables, but I still have problems with constipation. Mineral oil works well for me.

Friends tell me I should not take it every day. My doctor says to “slack off” but doesn’t tell me the reason why. Can you offer some insight?

A: Mineral oil (liquid paraffin) is sometimes recommended as a temporary treatment for the management of childhood constipation (Evidence-Based Child Health, Jan. 3, 2013). Side effects may include “abdominal pain, distention and watery stools.”

Daily use of mineral oil as a stool softener may impair nutrient absorption. There are concerns that fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K) may not be absorbed well if mineral oil is taken around mealtime.

You may find our eGuide to Controlling Constipation of value. It contains recipes for Power Pudding and pumpkin-bran muffins. Some people also find sugar-free gum helpful. This electronic resource can be found in the Health eGuides section of PeoplesPharmacy.com.

Q: I could not walk up or down the three steps to enter my home without assistance because of severe knee pain. My sports medicine doctor gave me three weekly PRP (platelet-rich plasma) injections to the knee under guided ultrasound.

The results were astounding. Pain is gone. Crepitations (crinkling sounds) are almost gone. I can climb a flight of wood stairs with very minimal discomfort.

It’s been about two years since the injections, and during this time, I have walked and climbed all over Egypt, Turkey and France. PRP also cured my agonizing plantar fasciitis after I had tried all sorts of treatments without success. Be sure the doctor uses ultrasound during the injections.

A: Platelet-rich plasma is prepared from the patient’s own blood and reinjected into the knee joint. A systematic review of 12 studies compared PRP injections and hyaluronic acid injections (European Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery & Traumatology, online, Feb. 14, 2020). HA is a natural anti-inflammatory substance the body makes.

In this meta-analysis, PRP injections were better for knee joint pain compared with the HA injections. The benefits were detectable after six months and after one year. This research appears to confirm your experience that PRP injections can help ease knee pain.

Q: I have been getting testosterone shots for years based on my wife’s complaint about my low libido. Yes, they do help. They help a lot!

My doctor didn’t think I needed them; he thought I was depressed. I objected loudly to that diagnosis, and I demanded a blood test before he cooked my noodle. Sure enough, I had low testosterone, like pre-teen levels of low.

The shots have not only helped with libido but also have gone a long way toward leveling my moods. My wife believes I’m calmer, more patient and much more focused.

A word of caution about getting the shots. It takes a while to figure out the dosage for each guy to get to a therapeutic level. Some men respond to low doses. I worked with the doctor as we determined my body simply needed to exist at the higher end of the normal range in order to get the benefits. Monitor your levels with blood tests.

A: The Food and Drug Administration does not approve of using testosterone shots for low libido linked to aging. That said, the American College of Physicians has issued guidelines recommending testosterone shots “to improve sexual function in men with age-related low testosterone” (Annals of Internal Medicine, Jan. 21, 2020).

Contact the Graedons at peoplespharmacy.com.

Mineral oil for ear cleaning

Mineral oil for ear cleaning

Mineral oil works very nicely to treat problems with ear wax buildup. It is safe to use in a patient with ear tubes or a hole in the eardrum.

How does mineral oil work?

Mineral oil works by turning hard wax and dry wax into a soft liquid substance. This allows the wax to drain from the ear on its own.

When to use mineral oil

  • To treat general wax buildup.  
  • As a maintenance therapy to prevent future wax buildup. 
  • May be helpful in a patient with an ear tube that is blocked. 
  • To help aid in the removal of an ear tube that is lying in the ear canal.

Where is mineral oil purchased?

Mineral oil can be purchased over-the-counter at most drug stores without a prescription. It usually comes in a large bottle. You may want to purchase a small dropper bottle to place the mineral oil in.

How do I use it?

  • Mineral oil should be kept at and administered at room temperature. 
  • Instill 3-5 drops into the affected ear at bedtime. Over night the oil will turn the hard/dry wax into a liquid substance. 
  • In the morning, simply clean the outer part of the ear with a washcloth to remove the residual oil and ear wax.

How often should mineral oil be used?

  • During times of problematic wax buildup, mineral oil can be used daily. 
  • For maintenance, mineral oil can be administered one or two nights per week.

As always, please ask your doctor for details regarding your child’s specific condition.

Questions?

This sheet is not specific to your child but provides general information. If you have questions, please call your doctor or Children’s ENT and Facial Plastic Surgery clinic.

Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota
Patient/Family Education
2525 Chicago Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Last reviewed 8/2015 ©Copyright

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Fleet Mineral Oil Enema (mineral oil) dose, indications, adverse effects, interactions… from PDR.net

CLASSES

Emollients and Protectants, Other
Enemas for Constipation
Other Agents for Constipation

DESCRIPTION

Oral and rectal lubricant laxative, and topically as a skin protectant
Only laxative recommended for fecal impaction
Marketed prior to 1962, has not been evaluated formally by FDA for safety and efficacy.

COMMON BRAND NAMES

Fleet, Kondremul, Muri-Lube

HOW SUPPLIED

Fleet/Mineral Oil Rectal Enema: 100%
Kondremul Oral Emulsion: 2.5mL, 5mL
Mineral Oil/Muri-Lube Oral Sol

DOSAGE & INDICATIONS

For the relief of occasional constipation or fecal impaction.

Oral dosage (oral microemulsion or solution)

Adults, Adolescents and Children >= 12 years

30—90 mL per day PO as needed to relieve constipation. The maximum daily dose may be taken as a single dose or divided in up to 3 equal parts. Should not be used for longer than 1 week unless directed by a physician.

Children 6—11 years

10—30 mL per day PO as needed to relieve constipation. The maximum daily dose may be taken as a single dose or divided in up to 3 equal parts. Should not be used for longer than 1 week unless directed by a physician.

Infants and Children

Safety and efficacy have not been established.

Rectal dosage (rectal enema)

Adults, Adolescents and Children >= 12 years

120 mL rectally as a single dose. Do not use more than one enema per day. Should not be used longer than one week unless directed by physician.

Children 2 to 11 years

60 mL rectally as a single dose. Do not use more than one enema per day. Should not be used longer than one week unless directed by physician.

MAXIMUM DOSAGE

Adults

90 mL/day PO or 1 rectal enema/day PR for no longer than 1 week.

Geriatric

90 mL/day PO or 1 rectal enema/day PR for no longer than 1 week.

Adolescents

90 mL/day PO or 1 rectal enema/day PR for no longer than 1 week.

Children

12 years: 90 mL/day PO or 1 rectal enema/day PR for no longer than 1 week.
6—11 years: 30 mL/day PO or 1/2 rectal enema/day PR for no longer than 1 week.
2—5 years: Oral safety and efficacy have not been established; 1/2 enema/day PR for no longer than 1 week.
< 2 years: Do not use.

Infants

Do not use.

Neonates

Do not use.

DOSING CONSIDERATIONS

Hepatic Impairment

No dosage adjustments are needed.

Renal Impairment

No dosage adjustments are needed.

ADMINISTRATION

For storage information, see the specific product information within the How Supplied Section.

Oral Administration

Oral Liquid Formulations

Do not administer mineral oil with meals.
Mineral oil is an emulsion. Shake well before each use.
Use a calibrated medication spoon or other device to measure oral dosage.
Do not administer at bedtime due to a potential risk of mineral oil aspiration which may result in lipid pneumonitis.
With larger doses, rectal leakage of the oil may be a problem and require more attention to personal hygiene; protective garments for incontinence may be helpful.
Mineral oil should not be used orally for longer than one week without seeking advice of the health care provider.

Topical Administration

Other Topical Formulations

Topical oil
Wash hands before and after application.
Avoid contact with eyes.

Rectal Administration

For rectal use only.
Hold bottle upright and grasp bottle cap with fingers. Grasp protective shield with other hand and pull gently to remove.
Position patient using one of the following options:
Left-side position: Lie on left side with knee bent and arms at rest.
Knee-chest position: Kneel, then lower head and chest forward until left side of face is resting on surface. Position arms comfortably.
With steady pressure, gently insert enema tip into rectum with tip pointing toward navel.
Squeeze bottle until recommended dose is expelled. It is not necessary to empty unit; a small amount of liquid will remain after use.
Remove tip gently from rectum.
Maintain position until urge to evacuate is strong (usually 1—5 minutes).
Discontinue use if resistance is encountered; forcing enema can result in injury.
If no urge to defecate is felt after 5 minutes of using, try to empty bowel with regular enema.
Instruct patient to contact physician if enema tip causes rectal pain or bleeding and/or if no liquid comes out of the rectum after 30 minutes as these signs may indicate a more serious condition.
Do not use mineral oil for longer than one week.
 

STORAGE

Generic:
– Protect from direct sunlight
Fleet:
– Storage information not available
Kondremul:
– Store between 59 to 77 degrees F
Muri-Lube:
– Protect from light

CONTRAINDICATIONS / PRECAUTIONS

General Information

Do not use mineral oil in the presence of a known or suspected hypersensitivity to mineral oil or any ingredient in the products.

Abdominal pain, acute abdomen, appendicitis, bleeding, GI obstruction, nausea/vomiting

Do not use mineral oil products in patients with appendicitis, acute abdomen, undiagnosed abdominal pain, nausea/vomiting, GI obstruction, rectal bleeding or anal seepage.

Dysphagia, geriatric

Use oral mineral oil with caution in bedridden patients, such as the debilitated geriatric patient. Oral mineral oil products should be avoided in patients who have dysphagia or other conditions that may result in difficulty in swallowing, due to the risk for aspiration. It is recommended not to administer oral products at bedtime due to a potential risk of aspiration which may result in lipid pneumonitis. According to the Beers Criteria, orally administered mineral oil is considered a potentially inappropriate medication (PIM) for use in geriatric patients and should be avoided due to the potential for aspiration or other adverse effects and the availability of safer alternatives. The federal Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) regulates the use of medications in residents of long-term care facilities. The OBRA guidelines caution that laxatives may cause flatulence, bloating, and abdominal pain.

Pregnancy

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of mineral oil in pregnant women; mineral oil has not been formally evaluated by the FDA in regard to safety and efficacy and there are no animal studies (FDA pregnancy risk category C). Thus, it is not known whether this drug will cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or affect reproduction capacity. The safest first-line treatments to use for constipation during pregnancy are those that are not absorbed systemically (e.g., fiber, bulk-forming laxatives) in order to minimize drug exposure to the fetus. Expert opinions generally regard the use of mineral oil in pregnancy as potentially unsafe; use only when benefit to the mother outweighs potential fetal risk. Mineral oil should generally be avoided during pregnancy because it can impair maternal fat-soluble vitamin absorption (e.g., vitamin K), potentially leading to neonatal coagulopathy and hemorrhage.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether mineral oil, USP, which is a purified petroleum byproduct, is excreted in human milk when used as a laxative. Because mineral oil is poorly absorbed orally in the mother, it should not reach the bloodstream of the infant or present major concerns during breast-feeding during short-term, limited use. Use of mineral oil has been reported in nursing mothers, with one small, observational study showing a lack of effect of the drug on infant bowel patterns. It is recommended that use be limited to only when necessary. One review recommends avoidance and use of alternatives such as increased fluid intake, docusate and fiber supplements first, due to lack of adequate safety data for mineral oil use during lactation. Repeated and chronic use of mineral oil should be avoided because in theory, repeated chronic use may cause a deficiency of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) which may affect maternal nutrition and thus breast milk production or nutritional quality. The general exposure of humans to mineral oils (e.g., from food products, drugs, and cosmetics) and the toxicologic effects may be of concern; the long-term effects are still uncertain. Many cosmetic skin care products contain mineral oils and paraffins, and these are recommended not be applied to the breast or nipples prior to nursing as the infant may ingest the components, which may cause unintended chemical exposure or changes in bowel habits. Consider the benefits of breast-feeding, the risk of potential infant drug exposure, and the risk of an untreated or inadequately treated condition. If a breast-feeding infant experiences an adverse effect related to a maternally ingested drug, healthcare providers are encouraged to report the adverse effect to the FDA.

Children, infants, neonates

Safety and efficacy of mineral oil products have not been established in infants and neonates. The oral formulation is not for use in children under 6 years. The rectal formulation is not indicated in children under 2 years.

ADVERSE REACTIONS

Moderate

fecal incontinence / Early / 1.0-10.0
pneumonitis / Delayed / 0-0.1

Mild

diarrhea / Early / 1.0-10.0
skin irritation / Early / 1.0-10.0
nausea / Early / 1.0-10.0
syncope / Early / 0-1.0
weakness / Early / 0-1.0
dizziness / Early / 0-1.0
vomiting / Early / 0-1.0
hypovitaminosis / Delayed / 0-1.0
abdominal pain / Early / 10.0
fecal urgency / Early / 10.0

DRUG INTERACTIONS

Acetaminophen; Hydrocodone: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Alendronate; Cholecalciferol: (Moderate) Absorption of fat-soluble vitamins is reported to be decreased with prolonged oral administration of mineral oil. However, despite warnings in various texts, there is little direct evidence that the interaction is of practical/clinical importance with limited use as directed. It may be prudent for those taking dietary supplements of Vitamin A, D, E, or K to separate administration by 1 hour before or 4 hours after a mineral oil oral dosage to help limit absorption interactions. Theoretically, the effect on fat-soluble vitamin absorption may more likely occur with prolonged or chronic administration of mineral oil.
Atropine; Difenoxin: (Moderate) Diphenoxylate can decrease GI motility. Drugs used to treat constipation, such as laxatives, would counteract the effect of antidiarrheals. In general, it would be illogical to concurrently administer these drugs at the same time. If an antidiarrheal medication is needed, it would be wise to temporarily discontinue use of agents with laxative effects.
Atropine; Diphenoxylate: (Moderate) Diphenoxylate can decrease GI motility. Drugs used to treat constipation, such as laxatives, would counteract the effect of antidiarrheals. In general, it would be illogical to concurrently administer these drugs at the same time. If an antidiarrheal medication is needed, it would be wise to temporarily discontinue use of agents with laxative effects.
Brompheniramine; Guaifenesin; Hydrocodone: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Brompheniramine; Hydrocodone; Pseudoephedrine: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Bumetanide: (Moderate) Loop diuretics may increase the risk of hypokalemia especially in patients receiving prolonged therapy with laxatives. Monitor serum potassium levels to determine the need for potassium supplementation and/or alteration in drug therapy.
Calcium Phosphate, Supersaturated: (Moderate) Patients should be instructed not to administer additional laxatives or purgative agents during treatment with sodium phosphate monobasic monohydrate; sodium phosphate dibasic anhydrous.
Calcium; Vitamin D: (Moderate) Absorption of fat-soluble vitamins is reported to be decreased with prolonged oral administration of mineral oil. However, despite warnings in various texts, there is little direct evidence that the interaction is of practical/clinical importance with limited use as directed. It may be prudent for those taking dietary supplements of Vitamin A, D, E, or K to separate administration by 1 hour before or 4 hours after a mineral oil oral dosage to help limit absorption interactions. Theoretically, the effect on fat-soluble vitamin absorption may more likely occur with prolonged or chronic administration of mineral oil.
Carbinoxamine; Hydrocodone; Phenylephrine: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Carbinoxamine; Hydrocodone; Pseudoephedrine: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Casanthranol; Docusate Sodium: (Major) The concurrent use of docusate salts with mineral oil to relieve constipation is not recommended because docusate can increase the systemic absorption of mineral oil. Inflammation of the intestinal mucosa, liver, spleen and lymph nodes may occur due to a foreign body reaction. Mineral oil deposition has been detected at these sites.
Chlorpheniramine; Guaifenesin; Hydrocodone; Pseudoephedrine: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Chlorpheniramine; Hydrocodone: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Chlorpheniramine; Hydrocodone; Phenylephrine: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Chlorpheniramine; Hydrocodone; Pseudoephedrine: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Dichlorphenamide: (Moderate) Use dichlorphenamide and mineral oil together with caution. Dichlorphenamide increases potassium excretion and can cause hypokalemia and should be used cautiously with other drugs that may cause hypokalemia including laxatives. Measure potassium concentrations at baseline and periodically during dichlorphenamide treatment. If hypokalemia occurs or persists, consider reducing the dichlorphenamide dose or discontinuing dichlorphenamide therapy.
Diphenhydramine; Hydrocodone; Phenylephrine: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Docusate Sodium; Senna: (Major) The concurrent use of docusate salts with mineral oil to relieve constipation is not recommended because docusate can increase the systemic absorption of mineral oil. Inflammation of the intestinal mucosa, liver, spleen and lymph nodes may occur due to a foreign body reaction. Mineral oil deposition has been detected at these sites.
Docusate: (Major) The concurrent use of docusate salts with mineral oil to relieve constipation is not recommended because docusate can increase the systemic absorption of mineral oil. Inflammation of the intestinal mucosa, liver, spleen and lymph nodes may occur due to a foreign body reaction. Mineral oil deposition has been detected at these sites.
Ergocalciferol, Vitamin D2: (Moderate) Absorption of fat-soluble vitamins is reported to be decreased with prolonged oral administration of mineral oil. However, despite warnings in various texts, there is little direct evidence that the interaction is of practical/clinical importance with limited use as directed. It may be prudent for those taking dietary supplements of Vitamin A, D, E, or K to separate administration by 1 hour before or 4 hours after a mineral oil oral dosage to help limit absorption interactions. Theoretically, the effect on fat-soluble vitamin absorption may more likely occur with prolonged or chronic administration of mineral oil.
Estrogens: (Minor) While information regarding this interaction is limited, it appears that the simultaneous oral administration of estrogens and mineral oil may decrease the oral absorption of the estrogens, resulting in lower estrogen plasma concentrations. This interaction may be more likely with the chronic administration of mineral oil, as opposed to a single dose of mineral oil used for occasional constipation. In order to avoid an interaction, it would be prudent to separate administration times, giving estrogens 1 hour before or 2 hours after the oral administration of mineral oil.
Ethacrynic Acid: (Moderate) Loop diuretics may increase the risk of hypokalemia especially in patients receiving prolonged therapy with laxatives. Monitor serum potassium levels to determine the need for potassium supplementation and/or alteration in drug therapy.
Fish Oil, Omega-3 Fatty Acids (Dietary Supplements): (Moderate) Absorption of fat-soluble vitamins is reported to be decreased with prolonged oral administration of mineral oil. However, despite warnings in various texts, there is little direct evidence that the interaction is of practical/clinical importance with limited use as directed. It may be prudent for those taking dietary supplements of Vitamin A, D, E, or K to separate administration by 1 hour before or 4 hours after a mineral oil oral dosage to help limit absorption interactions. Theoretically, the effect on fat-soluble vitamin absorption may more likely occur with prolonged or chronic administration of mineral oil.
Furosemide: (Moderate) Loop diuretics may increase the risk of hypokalemia especially in patients receiving prolonged therapy with laxatives. Monitor serum potassium levels to determine the need for potassium supplementation and/or alteration in drug therapy.
Guaifenesin; Hydrocodone: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Guaifenesin; Hydrocodone; Pseudoephedrine: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Homatropine; Hydrocodone: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Hydrocodone: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Hydrocodone; Ibuprofen: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Hydrocodone; Phenylephrine: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Hydrocodone; Potassium Guaiacolsulfonate: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Hydrocodone; Potassium Guaiacolsulfonate; Pseudoephedrine: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Hydrocodone; Pseudoephedrine: (Moderate) Concurrent use of hydrocodone with strong laxatives that rapidly increase gastrointestinal motility, such as mineral oil, may decrease hydrocodone absorption. Closely monitor patients for changing analgesic requirements or adverse events.
Lactulose: (Major) In general, other laxatives, such as mineral oil, should not be used concurrently with lactulose, especially during the initial phase of therapy for portal-systemic encephalopathy, because the loose stools resulting from their use may falsely suggest that adequate lactulose dosage has been achieved.
Loop diuretics: (Moderate) Loop diuretics may increase the risk of hypokalemia especially in patients receiving prolonged therapy with laxatives. Monitor serum potassium levels to determine the need for potassium supplementation and/or alteration in drug therapy.
Phytonadione, Vitamin K1: (Moderate) Absorption of fat-soluble vitamins is reported to be decreased with prolonged oral administration of mineral oil. However, despite warnings in various texts, there is little direct evidence that the interaction is of practical/clinical importance with limited use as directed. It may be prudent for those taking dietary supplements of Vitamin A, D, E, or K to separate administration by 1 hour before or 4 hours after a mineral oil oral dosage to help limit absorption interactions. Theoretically, the effect on fat-soluble vitamin absorption may more likely occur with prolonged or chronic administration of mineral oil.
Sodium Phosphate Monobasic Monohydrate; Sodium Phosphate Dibasic Anhydrous: (Moderate) Patients should be instructed not to administer additional laxatives or purgative agents during treatment with sodium phosphate monobasic monohydrate; sodium phosphate dibasic anhydrous.
Torsemide: (Moderate) Loop diuretics may increase the risk of hypokalemia especially in patients receiving prolonged therapy with laxatives. Monitor serum potassium levels to determine the need for potassium supplementation and/or alteration in drug therapy.
Vitamin A: (Moderate) Absorption of fat-soluble vitamins is reported to be decreased with prolonged oral administration of mineral oil. However, despite warnings in various texts, there is little direct evidence that the interaction is of practical/clinical importance with limited use as directed. It may be prudent for those taking dietary supplements of Vitamin A, D, E, or K to separate administration by 1 hour before or 4 hours after a mineral oil oral dosage to help limit absorption interactions. Theoretically, the effect on fat-soluble vitamin absorption may more likely occur with prolonged or chronic administration of mineral oil.
Vitamin D analogs: (Moderate) Separate administration of oral vitamin D analogs by 1 hour before or 4 to 6 hours after mineral oil to limit effects on absorption and availability of the vitamin D analog. Absorption of fat-soluble vitamins may be decreased with concomitant administration of mineral oil. The bioavailability of orally administered vitamin D analogs may also be decreased.
Vitamin D: (Moderate) Absorption of fat-soluble vitamins is reported to be decreased with prolonged oral administration of mineral oil. However, despite warnings in various texts, there is little direct evidence that the interaction is of practical/clinical importance with limited use as directed. It may be prudent for those taking dietary supplements of Vitamin A, D, E, or K to separate administration by 1 hour before or 4 hours after a mineral oil oral dosage to help limit absorption interactions. Theoretically, the effect on fat-soluble vitamin absorption may more likely occur with prolonged or chronic administration of mineral oil.
Vitamin E: (Moderate) Absorption of fat-soluble vitamins is reported to be decreased with prolonged oral administration of mineral oil. However, despite warnings in various texts, there is little direct evidence that the interaction is of practical/clinical importance with limited use as directed. It may be prudent for those taking dietary supplements of Vitamin A, D, E, or K to separate administration by 1 hour before or 4 hours after a mineral oil oral dosage to help limit absorption interactions. Theoretically, the effect on fat-soluble vitamin absorption may more likely occur with prolonged or chronic administration of mineral oil.
Warfarin: (Moderate) Since vitamin K absorption may be theoretically decreased by the use of mineral oil, patients on chronic stable doses of warfarin should be monitored closely for changes in coagulation parameters when mineral oil is prescribed for regular use. This interaction is more theoretical than of practical concern, as evidence of this interaction is lacking, particularly since administration of mineral oil is likely to be on an ‘as needed’ intermittent basis. It would be prudent to monitor the response to warfarin (e.g., INR) regularly in patients who report concurrent use of mineral oil.

PREGNANCY AND LACTATION

Pregnancy

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of mineral oil in pregnant women; mineral oil has not been formally evaluated by the FDA in regard to safety and efficacy and there are no animal studies (FDA pregnancy risk category C). Thus, it is not known whether this drug will cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or affect reproduction capacity. The safest first-line treatments to use for constipation during pregnancy are those that are not absorbed systemically (e.g., fiber, bulk-forming laxatives) in order to minimize drug exposure to the fetus. Expert opinions generally regard the use of mineral oil in pregnancy as potentially unsafe; use only when benefit to the mother outweighs potential fetal risk. Mineral oil should generally be avoided during pregnancy because it can impair maternal fat-soluble vitamin absorption (e.g., vitamin K), potentially leading to neonatal coagulopathy and hemorrhage.

It is not known whether mineral oil, USP, which is a purified petroleum byproduct, is excreted in human milk when used as a laxative. Because mineral oil is poorly absorbed orally in the mother, it should not reach the bloodstream of the infant or present major concerns during breast-feeding during short-term, limited use. Use of mineral oil has been reported in nursing mothers, with one small, observational study showing a lack of effect of the drug on infant bowel patterns. It is recommended that use be limited to only when necessary. One review recommends avoidance and use of alternatives such as increased fluid intake, docusate and fiber supplements first, due to lack of adequate safety data for mineral oil use during lactation. Repeated and chronic use of mineral oil should be avoided because in theory, repeated chronic use may cause a deficiency of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) which may affect maternal nutrition and thus breast milk production or nutritional quality. The general exposure of humans to mineral oils (e.g., from food products, drugs, and cosmetics) and the toxicologic effects may be of concern; the long-term effects are still uncertain. Many cosmetic skin care products contain mineral oils and paraffins, and these are recommended not be applied to the breast or nipples prior to nursing as the infant may ingest the components, which may cause unintended chemical exposure or changes in bowel habits. Consider the benefits of breast-feeding, the risk of potential infant drug exposure, and the risk of an untreated or inadequately treated condition. If a breast-feeding infant experiences an adverse effect related to a maternally ingested drug, healthcare providers are encouraged to report the adverse effect to the FDA.

MECHANISM OF ACTION

Mineral oil is an oral and rectal lubricant laxative. Orally, its onset of action is usually 6—8 hours, and it works in the colon. Mineral oil retards colonic absorption of fecal water and softens the stool. Rectally, mineral oral works locally to lubricate and soften the stool. A bowel movement is usually produced in 2—15 minutes after rectal enema of mineral oil.

PHARMACOKINETICS

Mineral oil is administered orally, rectally as an enema, and topically. Very little systemic absorption occurs, although absorption is apparently enhanced in the presence of docusate. Specific information on the metabolism and excretion of mineral oil is unknown.

Oral Route

Mineral oil retards colonic absorption of fecal water and softens the stool. Its onset of action is usually 6—8 hours, and it works in the colon. Specific information on absorption and distribution is unknown; there appears to be minimal absorption of mineral oil from the gut.

Other Route(s)

Rectal Route
When mineral oil is administered rectally it generally produces a bowel movement in 2—15 minutes. Negligible systemic absorption occurs.

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Docusate: a laxative to treat constipation

Docusate comes as capsules, liquid and an enema.

How to take or use it

Capsules – swallow the capsule whole with plenty of water.

Liquid – this comes with a plastic cup or spoon to measure the dose. Do not use a kitchen spoon as it will not give the right amount. If you do not have a cup or spoon, ask your pharmacist for one. When you’ve swallowed it, drink plenty of water or have another drink, such as milk or orange juice.

Enema – squeeze the tube of liquid gently into your anus. The information leaflet which comes with your docusate will explain how to do this.

Docusate does not usually upset your stomach. You can take the capsules or liquid with or without food. Try to take your medicine at regular intervals throughout the day. Mealtimes (breakfast, lunch and dinner) are useful reminders.

There is no specific time of day to use an enema but it works quickly (usually between 5 and 20 minutes), so use it when you know you’ll be near a toilet.

Dosage

Capsules – the normal dose is 1 capsule, taken 3 times a day. Do not take more than 5 capsules in a day.

Liquid – the normal dose is two or three 5ml spoonfuls. Take this dose 3 times a day.

Enema – normally 1 tube of liquid is all you need. If you need a second dose, you can use it later in the day or the next day.

You will usually feel more comfortable within 1 or 2 days of treatment. Reduce the dose as your condition gets better.

Drink plenty of fluids (6 to 8 glasses a day) while you are taking docusate or your constipation may get worse.

What if I forget to take it?

If you forget a dose of docusate, do not worry. Just take the next dose as normal.

Never take 2 doses at the same time. Never take an extra dose to make up for a forgotten one.

What if I take too much?

Taking an extra dose of docusate as a one-off is unlikely to harm you, but it is a good idea to drink lots of water. You may get diarrhoea and stomach pain, but this will usually get better within 1 or 2 days.

If you’re worried, talk to your doctor or a pharmacist for advice.

Linseed oil – benefits and harms for women’s health and how to take it

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Linseed oil – benefits and harms to women’s health and how to take it Why linseed oil is useful, to whom it is harmful or contraindicated, how it affects the body of a man, etc… RIA Novosti, 24.03.2021

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It is considered the least useful, since a lot of “chemistry” is used in its production. Composition and calorie content The composition of flaxseed oil includes omega-3, omega-6, omega-9, stearic, myristic and palmitic saturated fatty acids, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B4, B6, B9, E (choline), K, F, as well as potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, zinc, phytosterols, squalene, thioproline, lecithin, beta-carotene.KBZHU per 100 grams of product: Useful properties of linseed oil – Linseed oil is an excellent source of polyunsaturated fatty acids. It contains about 60% alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3). It has an anti-inflammatory effect, stimulates the brain, speeds up metabolism, – told RIA Novosti nutritionist, health coach (specialist in lifestyle modification and non-drug recovery) Maria Urbanovich. Consumption of the product helps to reduce cholesterol levels, the risk of developing diabetes, oncology, cardiovascular diseases …The oil also contains antioxidants that block the effect of free radicals on all cells of the body. Damage to flaxseed oil and contraindications Flaxseed oil is contraindicated in pancreatitis and problems with the pancreas and liver, gallstone and kidney stones, blood diseases, individual intolerance and allergies. the content of phytoestrogens, the use of which should be limited for diseases such as endometriosis, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, the expert emphasized.Benefits of Flaxseed Oil for Men’s Health Flaxseed oil can help fight male infertility. It prevents impotence and prostate diseases (prevents inflammation and edema). According to American researchers, the active substances of flaxseed can reduce the growth rate of prostate cancer cells. Benefits and harm of flaxseed oil for the body of women- The advantages of flaxseed oil include improving the biotransformation of estrogens. Eating 10 grams (1 tablespoon) of flaxseed per day has a positive effect on their metabolism, which means it helps women protect themselves from cancer during menopause, the specialist explained.Researchers have also determined that the product helps fight breast cancer cells. During pregnancy and breastfeeding Flaxseed may be unsafe during pregnancy and while breastfeeding, as it may have mild hormonal effects. Some studies show that consuming flaxseed oil during the 2nd or 3rd trimester of pregnancy can increase the risk of preterm birth. Doubts about whether to use oil in position and while breastfeeding can be dispelled by consulting a specialist.Benefits and harms for children Most experts agree that the product should not be given to babies under 6 months old. However, some doctors believe that flaxseed oil can be included in the diet of a child under the age of six months. – In this matter, everything is individual. About the use of flaxseed oil for your child, it is better to consult with your doctor, the nutritionist said. Benefits of unrefined cold-pressed flaxseed oil The rich unique composition of flaxseeds is fully preserved in the oil, which was produced by the cold-pressed method without using modern technologies.That is why unrefined cold-pressed flaxseed oil is more useful and valuable for human health, unlike its counterparts. The use of flaxseed oil in capsules Flaxseed oil is sold not only in liquid form, but also released in capsules, as part of dietary supplements. These supplements are purchased for the sake of plant-based omega-3s. Vegetarians are most often interested in them, since they cannot consume omega-3s of animal origin – in fish oil capsules. Omega-3 from flaxseed oil is not inferior to him in terms of beneficial qualities.Benefits of flaxseed oil for hair The benefits of flaxseed oil for hair lie in its rich composition, which includes vitamins A, E, F, groups B, K, as well as minerals and unsaturated fatty acids. Therefore, the product is often added to the composition of hair masks. For home improvement, the product is often mixed with sour cream, onion and other oils – castor, olive, almond or peach seed, and applied to the hair and scalp. have proven that regular consumption of flaxseed oil leads to an increase in the smoothness and elasticity of the skin, a decrease in sensitivity, and suppression of any signs of irritation and inflammation.The product is also effective in the treatment of dermatitis, allergic and infectious-inflammatory processes at the level of the skin. Benefits of flaxseed oil for the stomach – Since the product is a source of fiber, due to it it has a beneficial effect on the work of the gastrointestinal tract: gently envelops the mucous membrane of the stomach and intestines and promotes its cleansing, prevents diseases of these organs, – said the nutritionist.It also goes rancid quickly because of these acids. To preserve all the beneficial properties, the oil is recommended to be consumed raw, adding to ready-made meals, – the specialist explained. 1.9 grams of flaxseed oil (less than half a teaspoon) fully satisfies the daily requirement of the human body for ALA. in flaxseed oil, alpha-linolenic acid in omega-3 fatty acids, which, as a result, help to manage weight, – explained the nutritionist.According to studies, flaxseed oil can suppress appetite, as a result of its consumption, a person feels full. In addition, the product improves glycemic control by helping balance blood sugar and insulin levels. Both of these effects can help regulate weight. Flaxseed is also known to be a good source of both soluble and insoluble fiber. And its high consumption is useful for the prevention of obesity. However, if there are problems with the gastrointestinal tract, pancreas, liver, then it is better to refuse the use of flaxseed oil for weight loss.Flaxseed oil on an empty stomach in the morning Many people like to use flaxseed oil on an empty stomach in the morning, however, according to the doctor, such a procedure can harm the body.Uses in medicine Flaxseed oil and cosmetics based on it are effective means for healing the skin, therefore the product is often used in cosmetology. It is added to the formulations of creams, masks for the skin and hair, as well as wraps. In addition, flaxseed oil helps to reduce some of the symptoms of atopic dermatitis. cabbage, season them with porridge.Also, the product is a good addition to kefir, yogurt, cottage cheese. 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MOSCOW, 24 Mar – RIA Novosti. Flaxseed oil is a vegetable oil obtained from seeds. Why flaxseed oil is useful, to whom it is harmful or contraindicated, how it affects the body of a man and a woman, how to take it correctly, as well as how to choose and store it correctly – in the material of RIA Novosti.

Types of flaxseed oil

Flaxseed oil is a product of flaxseed processing. Depending on the production technology, several types are distinguished:

  • Unrefined linseed oil – freed from mechanical impurities by settling, filtering or centrifuging. Retains a rich aroma, deteriorates during long-term storage and gives a sediment. It is considered the most useful.

  • Hydrated Linseed Oil – Treated with water to remove phosphatides that leave a residue in the oil.Does not sludge, retains a rich aroma.

  • Refined linseed oil – subjected to mechanical and chemical treatment (refining) with alkali, which neutralizes free fatty acids. Has no sediment, stable during storage, almost no smell.

  • Refined bleached deodorized – except for refining, it is bleached and deodorized.

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How linseed oil is made

Edible oil is prepared using the cold-pressed method.With this pressing, the peeled and crushed seeds are not heated. Cold pressed oil retains most of the beneficial components of the original material.

During hot pressing, the raw material is crushed and heated up to 120 degrees. There are fewer useful substances in such a product.

During extraction, oil is obtained from crushed seeds using special solvents. Then, using distillers, solvents are removed from it. It is considered the least useful because it uses a lot of “chemistry” in its production.

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Composition and calorie content

Linseed oil contains omega-3, omega-6, omega-9, stearic, myristic and palmitic saturated fatty acids, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B4, B6, B9, E (choline), K, F, as well as potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, zinc, phytosterols, squalene, thioproline, lecithin, beta-carotene …

KBZHU per 100 grams of product:

  • calories – 898 kilocalories;

  • proteins – 0 grams;

  • fat – 99.8 grams;

  • carbohydrates – 0 grams.

Benefits of linseed oil

– Linseed oil is an excellent source of polyunsaturated fatty acids. It contains about 60% alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3). It has an anti-inflammatory effect, stimulates the brain, speeds up metabolism, – told RIA Novosti nutritionist, health coach (specialist in lifestyle modification and non-drug recovery) Maria Urbanovich.

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Bread: benefits, harms and effects on the human body Consumption of the product helps to reduce cholesterol levels, the risk of developing diabetes, oncology, cardiovascular diseases.

Also, the oil contains antioxidants that block the influence of free radicals on all cells of the body.

Harm of flaxseed oil and contraindications

Flaxseed oil is contraindicated for pancreatitis and problems with the pancreas and liver, gallstone and urolithiasis, blood diseases, individual intolerance and allergies.

– Flax seed has a high content of phytoestrogens, the use of which should be limited for diseases such as endometriosis, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, the expert emphasized.

Benefits of flaxseed oil for men’s health

Flaxseed oil helps in the fight against male infertility. It prevents impotence and prostate diseases (prevents inflammation and edema). According to American researchers, the active substances of flaxseed can reduce the growth rate of prostate cancer cells.

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Benefits and harm of flaxseed oil for women

– The advantages of flaxseed oil include improving the biotransformation of estrogen.Eating 10 grams (1 tablespoon) of flaxseed per day has a positive effect on their metabolism, which means it helps women protect themselves from cancer during menopause, the specialist explained.

Researchers have also determined that the product helps fight breast cancer cells.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Flaxseed may be unsafe during pregnancy and breastfeeding because it can have mild hormonal effects.Some research suggests that eating flaxseed oil during the 2nd or 3rd trimester of pregnancy may increase your risk of premature birth.

Doubts about whether to use oil in position and while breastfeeding will help to dispel a consultation with a specialist.

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Benefits and harm for children

Most experts agree that the product should not be given to babies under 6 months old.However, some doctors believe that flaxseed oil can be included in the diet of a child under six months of age.

– In this matter, everything is individual. About the use of flaxseed oil for your child, it is better to consult with the attending physician, – said the nutritionist.

Benefits of unrefined cold-pressed linseed oil

The rich unique composition of flax seeds is fully preserved in the oil, which was produced by the cold-pressed method without using modern technologies.That is why cold-pressed unrefined linseed oil is more useful and valuable for human health, unlike its counterparts.

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The benefits of linseed oil in capsules

Linseed oil is sold not only in liquid form, but also released in capsules, as part of dietary supplements. These supplements are purchased for the sake of plant-based omega-3s. Vegetarians are most often interested in them, since they cannot consume omega-3s of animal origin – in fish oil capsules.Omega-3 from flaxseed oil is not inferior to him in terms of beneficial qualities.

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Benefits of flaxseed oil for hair

Benefits of flaxseed oil for hair lies in its rich composition, which includes vitamins A, E, F, groups B, K, as well as minerals and unsaturated fatty acids. Therefore, the product is often added to the composition of hair masks.

For home improvement, the product is often mixed with sour cream, onion and other oils – castor, olive, almond or peach seed, and applied to the hair and scalp.

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Benefits of flaxseed oil for the face

signs of irritation and inflammation. The product is also effective in the treatment of dermatitis, allergic and infectious-inflammatory processes at the level of the skin.

Benefits of flaxseed oil for the stomach

– Since the product is a source of fiber, it has a beneficial effect on the work of the gastrointestinal tract: it gently envelops the mucous membrane of the stomach and intestines and helps to cleanse it, prevents diseases of these organs, – said the nutritionist.

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How to take it right

– Due to the large amount of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), flaxseed oil should not be used for cooking (frying) food. It also goes rancid quickly because of these acids. To preserve all the beneficial properties, the oil is recommended to be consumed raw, adding to ready-made dishes, – the specialist explained.

1.9 grams of flaxseed oil (less than half a teaspoon) fully satisfies the daily requirement of the human body for ALA.

Flaxseed oil for weight loss

– The body converts the alpha-linolenic acid in flaxseed oil into omega-3 fatty acids, which, as a result, help to manage weight, explained the nutritionist.

According to studies, flaxseed oil can suppress appetite, as a result of its use, a person feels full. In addition, the product improves glycemic control by helping balance blood sugar and insulin levels. Both of these effects can help regulate weight.

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It is also known that flaxseed is a good source of both soluble and insoluble fiber. And its high consumption is beneficial for the prevention of obesity.

However, if there are problems with the gastrointestinal tract, pancreas, liver, then it is better to refuse the use of flaxseed oil for weight loss.

Flaxseed oil on an empty stomach in the morning

Many people like to use flaxseed oil on an empty stomach in the morning, however, according to the doctor, this procedure can harm the body.

– Flaxseed oil in the morning on an empty stomach can negatively affect the functioning of the gallbladder. Discomfort is possible, up to severe pain. But the flax seed pre-soaked in water in the first hours after waking up can and is useful, – the specialist explained.

Application in medicine

Flax oil and cosmetics based on it are effective means for skin health, therefore the product is often used in cosmetology. It is added to the formulations of creams, masks for the skin and hair, as well as wraps.

In addition, flaxseed oil helps to reduce some of the symptoms of atopic dermatitis.

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Cooking applications

Flax seed oil is added to salads, sauces, mixed with honey, consumed with boiled potatoes and sauerkraut, seasoned them porridge. Also, the product is a good addition to kefir, yogurt, cottage cheese. In addition, butter is included in the baking dough.It gives a special aroma and a yellowish-orange hue.

It is not worth subjecting the oil to heat treatment, as it loses its medicinal properties with strong heating.

How to choose the right one

The product must contain 100% cold pressed oil. It is important that it is bottled in a dark glass bottle, or in a transparent container, but packed in a box.

High-quality cold-pressed flaxseed oil tastes slightly bitter, its color is golden yellow.

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How and how much to store

Flaxseed oil can be stored for 1-3 months from the date of production, so it is better to buy the product in a small bottle.

Keep linseed oil only in the cold in a dark glass bottle with a tightly closed lid. Fatty acids are quickly oxidized, therefore it is important to protect the product from air and light.

Oil selection for PLM – Aktivmotors

On the eve of the new season, many outdoor enthusiasts and fishing enthusiasts acquire their first outboard motor, and it is for those who are preparing to become the proud owner of this technique for the first time that we have several tips for choosing an oil for a boat motor.

Let’s start with the most common question that arises when choosing an oil: can you pour chainsaw oil or other 2-stroke oils into the engine? No, not in any way! No oil for lawn mowers, chainsaws, motorcycles and other equipment! This is explained quite simply: the fact is that a 2-stroke outboard motor is operated in conditions of high humidity, and you cannot do without a special additive of an emulsifier, and the temperature of use of the outboard motor is lower than that of air-cooled engines with air cooling such as chainsaws and other equipment.Therefore, there is a unified standard for marking oils for PLM TC -W3, the presence of this additive is mandatory!

The next question is which oil to choose according to its composition: mineral water, semi-synthetics or synthetics? In fact, there is no difference, often this choice depends on the person himself and his ability to purchase this or that oil, of course, mineral water is cheaper than synthetics and semi-synthetics.

Many manufacturers of outboard motors have their own line of oils and lubricants, so we recommend paying attention to this when buying a motor, if, after all, the manufacturer does not have its own line of oil, then you should not worry about almost all oils that are mutually replaceable.

There is one more important point! Try to run your motor with the same oil. If, after all, it is not possible to buy the same oil, then in no case mix the ready-made mixture with the newly purchased oil! Example: let’s say you use oil QUICKSILVER , for your engine and for some reason you cannot purchase this oil, but you have oil RAVENOL , , be sure to burn the mixture that remains in your tank , because if you fill in new gasoline and oil, then you risk getting a sediment in the tank, and all because different manufacturers use a different range of additives for oils and it is not known how they will behave together.

Running in

When running in the engine, try to use the oil recommended by the manufacturer, it is best to use synthetics or semi-synthetics, then you can switch to mineral water on an ongoing basis.

The dosage of oil for the run-in time in outboard motors is increased 1:25, , that is, for 25 liters of gasoline 1 liter of oil. Further, after running-in, for the engine to work in normal mode, use a dosage of 1:50, , that is, for 50 liters of gasoline 1 liter of oil.

Popular oil manufacturers

As mentioned above, almost every engine manufacturer has its own line of oils, we want to present you the most popular oils:

Quicksilver (Mercury): This manufacturer has 3 product lines for 2-stroke oils: Quicksilver Premium TC-W3, Specially formulated for all-weather use to provide protection down to -25 ° C (-13 ° F).
Recommended for use in pre-mixes for low power carburetor engines such as outboard and private boat engines.

Quicksilver Premium Plus TC W 3, Recommended for use in medium to high power engines with electronic fuel injection (EFI), oil injection or carburetor engines such as outboards Mercury, Mariner and Force engines, as well as Mercury Jet Drive and Mercury Sport Jet engines.

Quicksilver OptiMax / DFI, Recommended for use in direct injection 2-stroke engines such as the Mercury OptiMax.
Exceeds all warranty requirements and recommendations of outboard engine manufacturers regarding the use of oil in direct injection engines.

SUZUKI: This manufacturer has 2 types of product in the line:

Suzuki Marine Premium Oil and Suzuki Marine Ultimate Oil distinguish between these two products only that one is mineral and the other is synthetic.It is an original Suzuki product and fits all types of 2-stroke outboard motors.

Yamalube (Yamaha): This manufacturer has 3 types of product in the line:

YAMALUBE 2, High quality mineral oil. Specially formulated for YAMAHA 2-stroke outboard motors with pre-mix system.

  • Exceeds the requirements of the TC-WII regulation set by the NMMA.
  • Meets stringent Yamaha Marine Japan standards.
  • Excellent protection against piston seizure and wear. Excellent cleaning properties of engine components, especially pistons and exhaust ports. Prevents sludge formation. Excellent corrosion protection.

Yamalube 2- M TC W 3 RL , High quality mineral oil.Specially formulated for YAMAHA 2-stroke outboard motors and jet skis.

  • Exceeds TC-W3 NMMA regulations.
  • Meets stringent Yamaha Marine Japan standards.
  • Excellent protection against piston seizure and wear.
  • Excellent cleaning properties, especially on pistons and exhaust ports.
  • Prevents sludge formation.
  • Excellent protection of engine components against corrosion.
  • Reduced visible smoke – burns out without leaving sticky deposits.
  • Prevents rings from burning, spark plug deposits and premature ignition.
  • Withstands high temperatures and pressures in modern engines.
  • Low level of environmental pollution.

Yamalube Yamalube 2M Marine 2-stroke Semisynthetic Oil, High quality semi-synthetic oil.Specially formulated for YAMAHA 2-stroke outboard motors.

NMMA TC-W3 Oil for 2-stroke outboard motors.
Semi-synthetic oil with an exclusive composition of additives prevents piston ring sticking and sludge formation, while reducing engine wear. This oil is formulated for the most debilitating marine conditions. Whether you are running at full throttle for extended periods of time, accelerating or hours of trolling, this oil will protect your engine.Due to its extremely high potency, Yamalube 2M oil provides the best everyday protection.

We showed you some of the most popular oils presented in our store, but do not forget that other manufacturers also have their own oils, such as: MARLIN , HIDEA .

Oils of the following brands are also very popular: Ravenol, Motul, which, in terms of their characteristics and properties, are not nearly inferior to firms, manufacturers that produce branded oils for manufactured equipment.

How to use mineral oil to treat constipation


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Petroleum jelly for constipation is the best approach for treating this condition, as mineral oil, when taken orally, can evacuate hard stools without causing any discomfort to the patient. Taking mineral oil is the most inexpensive way to get rid of painful bowel movements. While there are many laxatives available on the market, many people choose to use mineral oil to relieve constipation.This is because most generic laxatives produced are quite expensive. Mineral oil is not only a cheap but also effective remedy for constipation. Difficulties with bowel movements, which are usually associated with constipation, can be dealt with by using mineral oil. Mineral oil is non-toxic and safe to use. This provides a natural way to relieve discomfort.

Mineral oil for constipation

Persons suffering from constipation do not evacuate faeces.In this condition, the stools are very hard, which makes bowel movements very painful. Having mineral oil softens the stool, making sure it moves easily without causing any pain. When mineral oils are taken, it forms a layer of lubricant around the stool, which allows it to glide smoothly over the colon. The soft layer of mineral oil around the stool makes it much easier for the patient to remove it effortlessly. In other words, the softer texture of the stool is designed to comfortably throw things out of the body.

Basically, mineral oil makes the intestinal tract slippery, important to facilitate stool movement. Thus, grease stools, as well as slippery slope forces trapped feces to leave the body. However, one should not expect to have a bowel movement immediately after consuming it. This is completely impossible because it takes time for the mineral oil to form a coating on the stool and intestinal tract.

Many doctors advise taking this laxative before bed. After having the mineral oil, the person will experience bowel movements for 6-8 hours.The doctor will determine the dosage based on the person’s weight, age, and general health. Mineral oil tastes bad, so it’s best to mix it with juice or tea. Use a measuring spoon while taking mineral oil to ensure the correct dosage follows. Some people choose to take it on its own rather than mixing it with anything else. Whatever your choice, make sure to have a glass of water after taking the prescribed dosage of mineral oil. One or two teaspoons of mineral oil with meals is the most common practice for people suffering from constipation.Also, while you are taking mineral oils, make sure you are well hydrated. So, when using this natural laxative for a specified period of time, drinking enough water (6-8 glasses) is important to get rid of constipation.

Caution

While effective, young children and infants should not receive mineral oils to treat constipation. Parents can apply it externally on the child’s anus to stimulate bowel movement, but giving it orally should be strictly avoided.Constipation can occur when a baby switches from breast milk to solid foods, but oral use of mineral oils is not recommended.

Inhaling mineral oil can also adversely affect the respiratory tract health of older patients. This can interfere with the normal functioning of the lungs and cause breathing problems. Babies can also suffer from pneumonia after inhaling mineral oil. Although, a cough associated with inhalation of mineral oil is rare, the risk is higher in the elderly.Elderly patients may also find it difficult to swallow as it is a thick, oily liquid. The safest way to eat mineral oil is by combining it with hard foods such as pasta or rice. Adding it to health drinks like squash, protein shakes, or fruit shakes is another way to get the mineral oils in without getting unpleasant tastes. Shortness of breath and coughing fits due to the consumption of petroleum products have been reported in young children.

Who Should Use Mineral Oil?

One of the most effective uses mineral oil for the treatment of chronic constipation.It is a popular, reliable remedy that has been used for many years to relieve constipation. People with mild constipation do not need to use mineral oil as it can be cured simply by following a constipation diet. Mineral oil is only recommended in cases where traditional treatments, such as a balanced diet, do not provide relief.

It is important to note that taking mineral oil for smooth bowel movements is a short-term treatment.Long-term use of mineral oil is not safe because it can lead to potential health problems. For example, prolonged use of mineral oil can lead to deficiencies in vitamins A, D E and F.

Like any other laxative, excessive use of mineral oil should be strictly avoided as it can cause diarrhea and abdominal cramps. Mineral oil or any other laxative should not be given to people suffering from stomach pain and vomiting.There are different types of mineral oils, so check with your doctor to know if this will help fix the problem. Despite its effectiveness, mineral oil must sometimes be used and is not a solution for chronic constipation. Too much dependence on mineral oil is unhealthy and can actually defeat the target with this natural remedy. Plus, taking it at the correct dosage every day for an extended period of time can make your body resistant to the desired side effects.

Other Mineral Oils Uses

Mineral oil is an important ingredient found in cold creams and baby lotions. Mineral oil is often applied on the body to remove temporary tattoos and makeup. Mineral oil is a key ingredient in petroleum jelly and in almost all baby care products. Applying mineral oil to babies’ diaper rash is helpful in reducing inflammation. Mild eczema is also sometimes treated with mineral oil, especially when corticosteroid creams are not recommended.A few drops of mineral oil in the ear can help remove hardened wax.

Mineral oil effectively relieve painful bowel movements, but make sure it is used for a temporary period. There is no doubt that mineral oil stimulates bowel movement, but it can be harmful to health if used for a long time.

Service Campaign: Frequently Asked Questions

  • When does the service campaign take place?

The service campaign is held annually, from 1 to 30 April and from 1 to 31 October.

The dates of the service action will be announced after the removal of all restrictions on the operation of Service Centers in the Russian Federation.

  • Where can I apply for a service campaign?

You can contact any official STIHL service center taking part in the promotion. To do this, go to the dealer search page on the official STIHL website, select the advanced search, check the box “Service action”, enter your location in the search bar and start the search.You will see a list of services with contact details and addresses.

  • If I applied for a service promotion last year, can I participate in it again this year?

Yes, you can take part in every service promotion.

  • “One saw, scythe and blower can only participate in the promotion once” – what does this mean?

This means that within the framework of one promotion (during the promotional month – April or October), the unit can be serviced only once.

  • I have several STIHL machines, for example several saws. Can I bring them all for service under a service campaign?

Yes, you can bring all units at once. Regardless of the quantity, they will all be served, but only once within the framework of one promotion.

  • I would like to hand over the unit for service within the framework of a service campaign, but my warranty period has expired. Can I take part in the promotion?

Yes, any STIHL machine (saw, scythe, blower) can take part in the promotion, regardless of whether the warranty period has expired or not.

  • What documents are required to apply to the promotion service?

No documents are required to contact the service for the promotion.

  • Can I hand over a non-working unit for a service campaign?

You can. At the same time, if the unit does not start, the service will offer you to restore its working capacity, because otherwise, they will not be able to complete the work on the action in full.

  • In what form should the unit be in order to apply for a service campaign?

To apply for a service action, the unit must be in the factory version (fully equipped, without changes to the unit’s design: for example, a brushcutter with a protective cover, a saw with a bar and chain, the installation of which is recommended in the operating instructions)

  • If the diagnostics reveal faults, will they be repaired free of charge as part of the promotion?

No, repairs are not included in the service offer.After diagnostics, you will be informed about the identified malfunctions, and a repair will be offered. This will already be a paid service.

  • Does the fuel tank have to be filled when using the promotion?

Optional. If you bring the unit with a full tank, it will start with your fuel mixture. If the tank is empty, the service will fill the fuel mixture in sufficient quantity to start and check the unit.

  • Does the oil tank have to be filled when trading under the promotion?

Optional.If the tank is empty, it will be completely filled. If it is at least partially filled, then diagnostics will be carried out with the oil that is. As part of the service campaign, the service centers fill the oil tanks with chain oil. It is a special oil with adhesive properties, i.e. is held on the chain for as long as possible, ensuring lubrication of all units and parts of the cutting attachment.

  • I use synthetic oil on my machine. The fuel tank was empty when applying for a service promotion.The service said that they can only fill in mineral. What to do in this situation if I plan to continue using synthetics and do not want to add mineral oil, but there is no other in the service?

Single or short-term use of mineral oil will not have any effect on the condition of the motor. At the same time, we do not recommend switching from mineral oil to synthetics if the unit has already worked on a mixture with mineral oil for a long time.

90,000 Applications – mineral oil – Great Encyclopedia of Oil and Gas, article, page 1

Application – mineral oil

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The use of mineral oils is limited due to their relatively low thermal stability.Heat transfer coefficients with oil heating are small and usually do not exceed 500 kcal / m% hour C. Poor heat transfer conditions, as well as relatively low maximum permissible temperatures, cause low performance of heat exchange equipment and difficulty in temperature control with oil heating. The sensitivity of oils to even slight overheating, which are possible in production conditions, requires uninterrupted circulation of oil in the system, since even a short shutdown of the circulation pump can lead to overheating and decomposition of the coolant.[1]

The use of mineral oils at high temperatures is also limited due to the fire hazard. In particular, for the AMG-10 oil mixture widespread in hydraulic systems, this temperature does not exceed 100 – 105 G, while at a temperature of 150 G, mineral oils become explosive. In addition, an increase in temperature is accompanied by an increase in the pressure of saturated vapors of the liquid, which leads to the emergence of a cavitation mode of operation of the pump.[3]

The use of mineral oil sometimes seems advisable due to the possibility of large oil losses during the first filling of the system and hydraulic tests. At the same time, they are also afraid of the difficulties of ensuring safety regulations in the context of the completion of the installation of the unit. However, in the case of using mineral oil for preparatory operations before starting the turbine, it becomes necessary to convert the system from mineral oil to fire-resistant.[4]

The use of mineral oils is limited due to their relatively low thermal stability. Heat transfer coefficients with oil heating are small and usually do not exceed 500 kcal / m hour C. Poor heat transfer conditions, as well as relatively low maximum permissible temperatures, cause low performance of heat exchange equipment and difficulty in temperature control with oil heating. The sensitivity of oils to even insignificant overheating, which are possible in production conditions, requires uninterrupted circulation of oil in the system, since even a short shutdown of the circulation pump can lead to overheating and decomposition of the coolant.[5]

The use of mineral oils or special emulsions requires high operating costs, which, however, are successfully offset by the reduction in downtime and equipment repairs.
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The use of mineral oils , including GTN fluid, as a hydraulic brake fluid for cars requires the manufacture of parts sealing the hydraulic system from oil-resistant rubber.[7]

The use of mineral oils for weed control on cotton is especially common in the United States, where Stoddard solvents are used.
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The use of mineral oils for weed control on cotton is especially common in the USA, where Stoddard solvents are used.
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The use of mineral oils for weed control on cotton is especially common in the United States, where Stoddard solvents are used.[10]

The use of mineral oils when compressing oxygen is completely unacceptable, since when the oils come into contact with compressed heated oxygen, they react with an explosion. Therefore, a mixture of distilled water with 6 – 8% technical glycerin is used to lubricate oxygen compressors, which increases the lubricating properties of water.
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The use of chlorinated and sulfurized mineral oils eliminates the tendency for chips to weld to the belt grains, allowing the use of cheaper non-water resistant belts.[12]

With mineral oils , temperature control, uniform heating and rapid cooling can be easily achieved. The oils are characterized by a low heat transfer coefficient. Their use is associated with expensive hardware design. Mineral and petroleum oils are flammable and decompose; they are very susceptible to accidental overheating, which can easily occur on an industrial scale, where decomposition of the oil can cause malfunction of the circulation pump.The low heat resistance of oils causes thickening of the oil, an increase in its viscosity and the deposition of decomposition products on the walls of the circulation system during prolonged heating.
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When using mineral oils , it must be borne in mind that the greater the load and the ambient temperature and the lower the peripheral speed of the friction unit, the higher the viscosity of the oil, and vice versa.
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Temperature limit for the use of mineral oils is slightly lower than their flash point and is practically equal to 200 – 300 C.Glycerin is used up to temperatures of 220 – 250 C, te-trachlordiphenyl up to 300 C. Organosilicon compounds are used at temperatures up to 350 – 400 C.
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SYSTEM BALANCE Lubricant Eye Drops | kzsystanecom

Composition and description of the product:

sterile solution containing propylene glycol, hydroxypropyl guar, mineral oil, dimyristoyl phosphatidyl glycerol, polyoxyl 40 stearate, sorbitan tristearate, boric acid, sorbitol, disodium edetate, preservative POLYQUAD (polyquaternium-1)
0.001%, hydrochloric acid and / or sodium hydroxide for pH adjustment and purified water.

Application:

SYSTEIN BALANCE – LUBRICANT EYE DROPS is a dry eye treatment for the temporary relief of burning and irritation symptoms caused by dry eyes. SYSTEIN BALANCE – LUBRICANT EYE DROPS are also used
for the treatment of dry eye caused by wearing contact lenses by instillation before inserting the contact lenses or after removing them from the eye.

Application:

Shake the bottle well before use! To avoid contamination of the solution, do not touch the tip of the dropper bottle to any surface.SYSTEIN BALANCE – LUBRICANT EYE DROPS can be used as needed in
all day long. Put a few drops in your eye and blink. Close the bottle tightly with the cap after use.

Contraindications:

Allergic reactions to any component of the drug.

Warnings:

For correct use of the product, follow the instructions of your healthcare professional and the enclosed instructions for use. Consult
with your healthcare professional to avoid aggravating the problem.

Storage conditions:

  • At room temperature.
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • Expiry date: 18 months.
  • Do not use after the expiry date stated on the package.
  • Use the solution no more than 6 months after the first opening of the bottle.

Name, legal address of the manufacturing organization:

Alcon Cusi, S. A., El Masnou-Barselona, ​​Spain.Organization accepting claims (proposals) from consumers on the quality of products (goods) on the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan Representative office of Alkon Pharmaceuticals, Ltd. Tel .: +7 (727) 256 02
05 Fax: +7 (727) 256 06 81 Email address: [email protected]

90,000 is it good for hair and skin?

Today we will touch upon an important issue of interest to modern beauties. Many forums, sites and blogs are devoted to the problems of the beauty industry. One of the most popular topics is mineral oil.Is it good or bad for skin, nails and hair? How safe is it to use? What are the ways to get it?

In our article we will try to answer these questions. Naturally, not all sources on the Internet correctly, correctly and scientifically disseminate information about this product. Someone just needs to sell mineral oil and convince buyers of its uniqueness. For others, it is important to gain popularity of the blog, someone, without understanding the problem, preaches the myth of harmful properties.Which of the above is true, and which is a trick of the advertisers?

What are mineral extracts?

Mineral oil is a viscous liquid substance, odorless or colorless. The substance contains saturated carbohydrates, which are released from oil. Black gold is extracted from organic substances under pressure. In general, it sounds natural and safe. But there are several opinions on this matter. From the most radical, rejecting the product, to the admiring reviews of its fans.

Oil is otherwise called “white” due to its lack of color and any bright external characteristics. The mineral becomes so after a long treatment. Any cosmetic or therapeutic oil goes through this process. This is nothing special.

Where can you find a similar product?

Mineral oil is a fairly cheap product. It oxidizes well, has a long shelf life and is colorless and odorless, as already mentioned. This is a fairly convenient product.

  1. It began to be actively and widely used in the cosmetic industry. By the way, almost any oil for babies is partially or completely composed of this transparent substance.
  2. It is also very popular as a hair care product.
  3. Mineral artificial oil is found in creams. It is one of the popular refined petroleum products. Explore your tubes of creams, shampoos, and hair conditioners.
  4. Paraffin oil, petrolatum liquid and white mineral oil – these names indicate that your cosmetics contains substances derived from oil.

How dangerous is it? This question comes to mind of every girl using “white” oil. What is true and what is fiction?

Popular myths about mineral oils

Not every organic product is safe for health. Many natural extracts have no beneficial properties, they can even be toxic. However, many adherents of natural cosmetics claim that it is mineral oil that is harmful to hair and skin.

  1. A few years ago there were rumors that the substance caused clogging of pores, tightens the skin like a tight film and prevents the penetration of moisture and oxygen.The allegedly poorly refined oil contains toxic components. Indeed, in case of insufficient processing, the mineral substance can contain hazardous components. But let’s remind, however, of a thorough multi-level filtering. Mineral inorganic oil is subjected to the strictest purification and, according to the European Union for the safety of food products, is completely non-toxic. This has been proven and verified by many years of experience.
  2. Rumors that the oil contains carcinogens that cause skin cancer and hair damage are unfounded.The composition is not able to penetrate the blood through the pores. Accordingly, even with extreme caution, you risk little.
  3. The mineral forms a film on the surface of your body, creating the so-called steam bath effect. Therefore, dry skin recovers faster. Using it for hair gives about the same result – the fabrics are covered with a transparent film.
  4. Studies have shown that even complete relief of the skin with oil does not cause comedones or acne.As for the problems with air intake, it is worth remembering that the tissues are enriched with oxygen primarily through the blood.

Mineral inorganic oil creates a protective film, a barrier against harmful external influences. That is why dermatologists often prescribe it for the treatment of allergic reactions and eczema. Due to the fact that the skin is safe, the risk of exposing it to external irritation is minimal.

Who shouldn’t use these products?

Mineral substance, indeed, has a number of unpleasant features.They say that the higher its content in cosmetic products, the more discomfort during use. What is the reason?

  1. Oil’s amazing ability to retain fluid in the skin can make it overly moist.
  2. At first you will be delighted with the effect of soft and toned skin, but later it may not turn out in the best way.
  3. Natural moisture production will be reduced and your epidermis will soon be unable to hydrate properly.
  4. This will cause the tissues to become very sensitive and will no longer be able to defend themselves. This leads you into the bondage of constantly using a cream that contains a mineral.
  5. Once you ditch it, your skin will dry out instantly and react sharply to external stimuli.

Therefore, the product is contraindicated for people with oily and normal skin . In no case do not use it if your sweat and sebaceous glands are working too actively.

Can mineral oils be used on hair?

Mineral inorganic oil is not suitable for hair treatment. This is worth remembering. This product is a basis for hair care, but not a therapeutic agent. As we have already said, harm and carcinogenicity have not been proven, however, not all girls can afford its frequent use.

  • “White” oil saves from dryness and brittle hair, protects weakened colored strands, stopping microcracks and gluing scales.