Liquid Parafin
Product introduction
Liquid Parafin is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of dry skin. It relieves dry skin conditions such as eczema, ichthyosis, and pruritus of the elderly. It works by preventing water loss from the outer layer of skin. This relieves dryness and leaves the skin soft and hydrated.
Liquid Parafin is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medication work better by keeping the affected areas clean.
Liquid Parafin is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medication work better by keeping the affected areas clean.
Uses of Liquid Parafin Solution
Benefits of Liquid Parafin Solution
In Dry Skin
Liquid Parafin is used as a moisturizer to treat or prevent dry, rough, scaly, itchy skin and minor skin irritations. It helps soften and moisturize the skin and decrease itching and flaking. It also helps the dead skin cells fall off, helps the skin retain moisture, and leaves the skin feeling smoother and softer.
Side effects of Liquid Parafin Solution
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Liquid Parafin
- No common side effects seen
How to use Liquid Parafin Solution
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.
How Liquid Parafin Solution works
Liquid Parafin is an emollient (substance that softens or soothes the skin). It works by moisturizing dry skin, thereby relieving dryness and itching.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Liquid Parafin is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Liquid Parafin during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Liquid Parafin Solution?
If you miss a dose of Liquid Parafin, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Together with Liquid Parafin, fiber rich diet containing whole grain bread and cereals, bran, fruits and green leafy vegetables, is essential to maintain healthy bowel function.
- Avoid taking a Liquid Parafin for more than 1 week, unless prescribed by the doctor, as it leads to dependency on the laxative action to produce a bowel movement.
- Take Liquid Parafin after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
- A Liquid Parafin should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact.
- Liquid Parafin may be taken with milk or fruit juice to improve the flavor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Mineral Oil
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Surfactant Laxatives / Stool Softeners
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Liquid Parafin
Once A Day
66%
Twice A Day
22%
Thrice A Day
9%
Four Times A *
2%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Liquid Parafin Solution for?
Others
91%
Constipation
9%
How much was the improvement?
Average
56%
Excellent
23%
Poor
21%
What were the side-effects while using Liquid Parafin?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Liquid Parafin Solution?
With or witho*
71%
Empty stomach
29%
*With or without food
Please rate Liquid Parafin on price
Average
57%
Not Expensive
24%
Expensive
19%
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Marketer details
Name: General Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: SARA AFTAB TOWER, Holdings no. 6/1/A (5th Floor), Shamoli, Adabor, Dhaka-1207.
Country of origin: India
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