Vaselin oil (Oil) Instructions for Use
ATC Code
A06AA01 (Liquid paraffin)
Active Substance
Paraffin, liquid
Paraffin, liquid (Ph.Eur. European Pharmacopoeia)
Clinical-Pharmacological Group
Laxative drug that promotes stool softening
Pharmacotherapeutic Group
Laxative
Pharmacological Action
It softens fecal masses and has a mild stimulating effect on intestinal motility.
The laxative effect occurs after 6-8 hours.
Pharmacokinetics
It is not absorbed when taken orally.
Indications
Administer orally for the symptomatic relief of constipation.
Use to soften fecal masses and facilitate defecation in cases of functional constipation or slow-transit constipation.
Employ as a short-term laxative measure when increased stool lubrication is clinically indicated.
ICD codes
| ICD-10 code | Indication |
| K59.0 | Constipation |
| ICD-11 code | Indication |
| DB32.1 | Slow-transit constipation |
| DD91.1 | Functional constipation |
| DE2Z | Diseases of the digestive system, unspecified |
Dosage Regimen
| The method of application and dosage regimen for a specific drug depend on its form of release and other factors. The optimal dosage regimen is determined by the doctor. It is necessary to strictly adhere to the compliance of the dosage form of a specific drug with the indications for use and dosage regimen. |
Take orally, 2 hours after a meal. The standard adult dose is 15-30 ml (1-2 tablespoons) once per day.
Limit the duration of therapy; the treatment course must not exceed 5 days to prevent adverse effects.
Adjust timing of administration to avoid interference with the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins and other medications.
Oil
Orally, 15-30 ml (1-2 tablespoons) per day, 2 hours after a meal. The course of treatment should not exceed 5 days.
Adverse Reactions
With prolonged use, impairment of digestive processes, intestinal atony, and hypovitaminosis of vitamins A, E, K are possible.
Observe for anal leakage of oil, which may stain linen and cause local irritation.
In case of overdose, expect diarrhea and potential disturbance of water-electrolyte balance.
Contraindications
Do not administer in patients with known hypersensitivity to liquid paraffin or any component of the formulation.
- Acute inflammatory processes in the abdominal cavity (e.g., appendicitis, peritonitis).
- Intestinal bleeding, obstruction, or ileus.
- Febrile syndrome of undetermined origin.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Poisoning with fat-soluble substances (e.g., phosphorus, benzene).
- Concurrent treatment of helminthic invasion with male fern extract.
Use in Pregnancy and Lactation
Use is contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Geriatric Use
The drug is approved for use in elderly patients.
Special Precautions
It should be taken into account that when taken orally, vaseline oil may pass through the anal sphincter and soil the linen.
In case of overdose, diarrhea and disturbance of water-electrolyte balance are observed.
Storage Conditions
Store at 2°C (36°F) to 25°C (77°F). Keep in original packaging, protected from light. Keep out of reach of children.
Dispensing Status
Over-the-Counter
Important Safety Information
This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor before use. Dosage and side effects may vary. Use only as prescribed.
Medical DisclaimerBrand (or Active Substance), Marketing Authorisation Holder, Dosage Form
Oil for oral administration: bottle 25 ml, 30 ml, 40 ml, 50 ml, 100 ml
Marketing Authorization Holder
Activa, JSC (Russia)
Dosage Form
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Vaselin oil | Oil for oral administration: bottle 25 ml, 30 ml, 40 ml, 50 ml, 100 ml |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
Oil for oral administration in the form of a colorless, oily, non-fluorescing liquid, odorless.
| 1 bottle | |
| Paraffin, liquid (vaseline oil) | 100% |
25 ml – glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
30 ml – glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
40 ml – glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
50 ml – glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
100 ml – glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
Oil for oral administration: bottle 25 ml, 30 ml, 40 ml, 50 ml or 100 ml
Marketing Authorization Holder
Aromasintez, LLC (Russia)
Dosage Form
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Vaselin oil | Oil for oral administration: bottle 25 ml, 30 ml, 40 ml, 50 ml or 100 ml |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
Oil for oral administration in the form of a colorless, oily, non-fluorescing liquid, odorless.
| 1 bottle | |
| Vaseline oil | 100% |
25 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
30 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
40 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
50 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
100 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
25 ml – bottles (50) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
25 ml – bottles (100) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
25 ml – bottles (150) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
25 ml – bottles (200) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
30 ml – bottles (50) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
30 ml – bottles (100) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
30 ml – bottles (150) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
30 ml – bottles (200) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
40 ml – bottles (30) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
40 ml – bottles (50) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
40 ml – bottles (80) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
40 ml – bottles (100) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
40 ml – bottles (120) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
40 ml – bottles (150) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
50 ml – bottles (30) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
50 ml – bottles (50) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
50 ml – bottles (80) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
50 ml – bottles (100) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
50 ml – bottles (120) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
50 ml – bottles (150) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
100 ml – bottles (30) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
100 ml – bottles (50) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
100 ml – bottles (80) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
100 ml – bottles (100) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
3 L – polyethylene canisters (for hospitals).
5 L – polyethylene canisters (for hospitals).
10 L – polyethylene canisters (for hospitals).
Oil for oral administration: bottle 20 ml, 25 ml, 30 ml, 40 ml, 50 ml, 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml or 1000 ml; canisters 1 L, 3 L, 5 L, 10 L or 20 L (for hospitals)
Marketing Authorization Holder
Genel RD, LLC (Russia)
Manufactured By
Samaramedprom, OJSC (Russia)
Dosage Form
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Vaselin oil | Oil for oral administration: bottle 20 ml, 25 ml, 30 ml, 40 ml, 50 ml, 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml or 1000 ml; canisters 1 L, 3 L, 5 L, 10 L or 20 L (for hospitals) |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
Oil for oral administration – a colorless, transparent, oily, non-fluorescing liquid, odorless.
| 1 bottle/canister | |
| Paraffin, liquid | 100 % |
20 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs (1).
25 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs (1).
30 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs (1).
40 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs (1).
50 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs (1).
100 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs (1).
20 ml – bottles (6-96) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals) (1).
25 ml – bottles (6-96) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals) (1).
30 ml – bottles (6-96) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals) (1).
40 ml – bottles (6-96) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals) (1).
50 ml – bottles (6-96) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals) (1).
100 ml – bottles (6-96) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals) (1).
20 ml – bottles (6-96) – bags (1) (for hospitals).
25 ml – bottles (6-96) – bags (1) (for hospitals).
30 ml – bottles (6-96) – bags (1) (for hospitals).
40 ml – bottles (6-96) – bags (1) (for hospitals).
50 ml – bottles (6-96) – bags (1) (for hospitals).
100 ml – bottles (6-96) – bags (1) (for hospitals).
250 ml – bottles (1) (for hospitals).
500 ml – bottles (1) (for hospitals).
1000 ml – bottles (1) (for hospitals).
250 ml – bottles (2-20) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals) (1).
500 ml – bottles (2-20) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals) (1).
1000 ml – bottles (2-20) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals) (1).
250 ml – bottles (2-20) – bags (1) (for hospitals).
500 ml – bottles (2-20) – bags (1) (for hospitals).
1000 ml – bottles (2-20) – bags (1) (for hospitals).
1 L – canisters (1) (for hospitals).
3 L – canisters (1) (for hospitals).
5 L – canisters (1) (for hospitals).
10 L – canisters (1) (for hospitals).
20 L – canisters (1) (for hospitals).
1 L – canisters (2-12) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals) (1).
3 L – canisters (2-12) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals) (1).
5 L – canisters (2-12) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals) (1).
10 L – canisters (2-12) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals) (1).
20 L – canisters (2-12) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals) (1).
1 L – canisters (2-12) – bags (1) (for hospitals).
3 L – canisters (2-12) – bags (1) (for hospitals).
5 L – canisters (2-12) – bags (1) (for hospitals).
10 L – canisters (2-12) – bags (1) (for hospitals).
20 L – canisters (2-12) – bags (1) (for hospitals).
Oil for oral administration: bottle 25 ml, 30 ml, 40 ml, 50 ml or 100 ml
Marketing Authorization Holder
Ivanovo Pharmaceutical Factory PJSC (Russia)
Dosage Form
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Vaselin oil | Oil for oral administration: bottle 25 ml, 30 ml, 40 ml, 50 ml or 100 ml |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
Oil for oral administration in the form of a colorless, oily, non-fluorescing liquid, odorless.
| 1 bottle | |
| Vaseline oil | 100% |
25 ml – dark glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
30 ml – dark glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
40 ml – dark glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
50 ml – dark glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
100 ml – dark glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
Oil for oral administration 25 ml: bottle 1 pc.
Marketing Authorization Holder
Iodine Technologies And Marketing, LLC (Russia)
Dosage Form
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Vaselin oil | Oil for oral administration 25 ml: bottle 1 pc. |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
| Oil for oral administration | 1 bottle |
| Vaseline oil | 25 ml |
25 ml – dark glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
Oil for oral administration 100 ml: bottle 1 pc.
Marketing Authorization Holder
Medhim, CJS (Russia)
Dosage Form
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Vaselin oil | Oil for oral administration 100 ml: bottle 1 pc. |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
| Oil for oral administration | 1 bottle |
| Vaseline oil | 100 ml |
100 ml – bottles.
Oil for oral use 50 ml: bottle.
Marketing Authorization Holder
Medhim, CJS (Russia)
Dosage Form
|
Vaselin oil | Oil for oral use 50 ml: bottle. |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
| Oil for oral administration | 1 bottle |
| Vaseline oil | 50 ml |
50 ml – dark glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
Oil for oral administration 25 ml: bottle 1 pc.
Marketing Authorization Holder
Moscow Pharmaceutical Factory CJS (Russia)
Dosage Form
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Vaselin oil | Oil for oral administration 25 ml: bottle 1 pc. |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
| Oil for oral administration | 1 bottle |
| Vaseline oil | 25 ml |
25 ml – dark glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
Oil for oral administration 25 ml: bottle 1 pc.
Marketing Authorization Holder
Murom Instrument-Making Plant, FSUE (Russia)
Dosage Form
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Vaselin oil | Oil for oral administration 25 ml: bottle 1 pc. |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
| Oil for oral administration | 1 bottle |
| Vaseline oil | 25 ml |
25 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
Oil for oral administration 40 ml: bottle 1 pc.
Marketing Authorization Holder
Murom Instrument-Making Plant, FSUE (Russia)
Dosage Form
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Vaselin oil | Oil for oral administration 40 ml: bottle 1 pc. |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
| Oil for oral administration | 1 bottle |
| Vaseline oil | 40 ml |
40 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
Oil for oral administration 100 ml: bottle
Marketing Authorization Holder
Tatkhimpharmpreparaty, JSC (Russia)
Dosage Form
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Vaselin oil | Oil for oral administration 100 ml: bottle |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
| Oil for oral administration | 1 bottle |
| Vaseline oil | 100 ml |
100 ml – dark glass bottles.
Oil for oral and external use: 25 ml bottle
Marketing Authorization Holder
Tver Pharmaceutical Factory, PJSC (Russia)
Dosage Form
|
Vaselin oil | Oil for oral and external use: 25 ml bottle |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
Oil for oral and external use in the form of a colorless, oily, non-fluorescing liquid, odorless.
| 1 bottle | |
| Vaseline oil | 100 % |
25 ml – bottles.
Oil for oral administration: bottle 30 or 50 ml
Marketing Authorization Holder
Tver Pharmaceutical Factory, PJSC (Russia)
Dosage Form
|
Vaselin oil | Oil for oral administration: bottle 30 or 50 ml |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
Oil for oral administration in the form of a colorless, oily, non-fluorescing liquid without odor.
| 1 bottle | |
| Vaselin oil | 100 % |
30 ml – dark glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
50 ml – dark glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
Oil for oral and external use: bottle 25, 30, 40, 50 or 100 ml
Marketing Authorization Holder
Tula Pharmaceutical Factory, LLC (Russia)
Dosage Form
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Vaselin oil | Oil for oral and external use: bottle 25, 30, 40, 50 or 100 ml |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
Oil for oral administration in the form of a colorless, oily, non-fluorescing liquid, without odor.
| 1 bottle | |
| Vaselin oil | 100 % |
25 ml – bottles – group packaging.
30 ml – bottles – group packaging.
40 ml – bottles – group packaging.
50 ml – bottles – group packaging.
100 ml – bottles – group packaging.
Oil for oral administration: bottle 25 ml, 30 ml, 40 ml, 50 ml or 100 ml
Marketing Authorization Holder
Flora Kavkaza, JSC (Russia)
Dosage Form
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Vaselin oil | Oil for oral administration: bottle 25 ml, 30 ml, 40 ml, 50 ml or 100 ml |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
Oil for oral administration in the form of a colorless, oily, non-fluorescing liquid, without odor.
| 1 bottle | |
| Vaselin oil | 100 % |
25 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
30 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
40 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
50 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
100 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
25 ml – bottles (30) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
25 ml – bottles (40) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
25 ml – bottles (50) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
25 ml – bottles (60) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
25 ml – bottles (80) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
30 ml – bottles (30) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
30 ml – bottles (40) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
30 ml – bottles (50) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
30 ml – bottles (60) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
30 ml – bottles (80) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
40 ml – bottles (30) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
40 ml – bottles (48) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
40 ml – bottles (60) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
50 ml – bottles (30) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
50 ml – bottles (48) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
50 ml – bottles (60) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
100 ml – bottles (10) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
100 ml – bottles (20) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
100 ml – bottles (40) – cardboard boxes (for hospitals).
Oil for oral administration: bottle 25 ml, 30 ml, 40 ml, 50 ml or 100 ml
Marketing Authorization Holder
Formula-FR, LLC (Russia)
Manufactured By
Tula Pharmaceutical Factory, LLC (Russia)
Dosage Form
|
Vaselin oil | Oil for oral administration: bottle 25 ml, 30 ml, 40 ml, 50 ml or 100 ml |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
Oil for oral administration in the form of a colorless, oily, non-fluorescing liquid.
| 1 bottle | |
| Vaselin oil | 100 % |
25 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
30 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
40 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
50 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
100 ml – bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
Oil for oral administration 25 ml: bottle
Marketing Authorization Holder
Ecolab, CJS (Russia)
Dosage Form
|
Vaselin oil | Oil for oral administration 25 ml: bottle |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
| Oil for oral administration | 1 bottle |
| Vaselin oil | 25 ml |
25 ml – dark glass bottles.
Oil for oral administration: 25 ml, 40 ml, 50 ml or 100 ml bottle
Marketing Authorization Holder
YUGPHARM, LLC (Russia)
Dosage Form
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Vaselin oil | Oil for oral administration: 25 ml, 40 ml, 50 ml or 100 ml bottle |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
Oil for oral administration in the form of a colorless, oily, non-fluorescing liquid, without odor.
| 1 bottle | |
| Vaselin oil | 100% |
25 ml – glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
25 ml – polyethylene bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
40 ml – glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
40 ml – polyethylene bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
50 ml – glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
50 ml – polyethylene bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
100 ml – glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
100 ml – polyethylene bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
1 l – polyethylene canisters (2) – bags (for hospitals).
1 l – polyethylene canisters (4) – bags (for hospitals).
1 l – polyethylene canisters (6) – bags (for hospitals).
1 l – polyethylene canisters (8) – bags (for hospitals).
1 l – polyethylene canisters (9) – bags (for hospitals).
1 l – polyethylene canisters (10) – bags (for hospitals).
1 l – polyethylene canisters (12) – bags (for hospitals).
3 l – polyethylene canisters (2) – bags (for hospitals).
3 l – polyethylene canisters (4) – bags (for hospitals).
3 l – polyethylene canisters (6) – bags (for hospitals).
3 l – polyethylene canisters (8) – bags (for hospitals).
3 l – polyethylene canisters (9) – bags (for hospitals).
3 l – polyethylene canisters (10) – bags (for hospitals).
5 l – polyethylene canisters (2) – bags (for hospitals).
5 l – polyethylene canisters (4) – bags (for hospitals).
5 l – polyethylene canisters (6) – bags (for hospitals).
5 l – polyethylene canisters (8) – bags (for hospitals).
5 l – polyethylene canisters (9) – bags (for hospitals).
5 l – polyethylene canisters (10) – bags (for hospitals).
5 l – polyethylene canisters (12) – bags (for hospitals).
Oil for oral and external use 25 ml: bottle and dropper bottle
Marketing Authorization Holder
Yaroslavl Pharmaceutical Factory, CJSC (Russia)
Dosage Form
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Vaselin oil | Oil for oral and external use 25 ml: bottle and dropper bottle |
Dosage Form, Packaging, and Composition
| Oil for oral and external use | 1 bottle |
| Vaselin oil | 25 ml |
25 ml – dark glass bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
25 ml – dark glass dropper bottles (1) – cardboard packs.
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