Castor Oil Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 2, 2024.
Applies to castor oil: oral emulsion, oral liquid, oral suspension.
Gastrointestinal adverse events
- Frequency not reported: Abdominal pain, constipation, nausea, rectal bleeding, vomiting[Ref]
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References
1. (2001) "Product Information. Neoloid (castor oil)." Paddock Laboratories Inc
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