Fleet Mineral Oil Enema Side Effects
Generic name: mineral oil
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 22, 2024.
Note: This document provides detailed information about Fleet Mineral Oil Enema.
Applies to mineral oil: oral oil or suspension, rectal oil Side Effects associated with mineral oil. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Fleet Mineral Oil Enema.
Applies to mineral oil: oral oil or suspension, rectal oil.
Side effects include:
Rectal seepage, anal irritation, pruritus ani, rectal reflex impairment, infection/impaired healing of anorectal lesions.
For healthcare professionals
Applies to mineral oil: oral emulsion, oral liquid, oral suspension, rectal enema.
Gastrointestinal adverse events
- Frequency not reported: Anal leakage, inflammation, irritation, lump formation[Ref]
Anal leakage and irritation may result from prolonged use of oral formulations.[Ref]
Respiratory
- Frequency not reported: Lung congestion[Ref]
Lung congestion could result from accidental aspiration of oral formulations.[Ref]
References
1. "Product Information. Kondremul Plain (mineral oil)." Bristol-Myers Squibb
2. (2001) "Product Information. Fleet Mineral Oil Enema (mineral oil)." Fleet
3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
4. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
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