Castor oil is a natural oil that, in addition to its various properties, is also indicated as a laxative, to treat constipation in adults or to be used as preparation for diagnostic tests, such as colonoscopy.
Castor oil marketed for this purpose is called Laxol and can be purchased in natural products stores or conventional pharmacies, as a drinkable solution, for a price of about 20 reais.
- Laxol is a laxative indicated in the treatment of constipation in adults and in the preparation of diagnostic tests.
- Such as colonoscopy.
- For its fast-acting laxative properties.
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The recommended dose of Laxol is 15 ml, which is equivalent to 1 tablespoon. Castor oil has a rapid laxative action and therefore promotes aqueous evacuation between 1 and 3 hours after administration.
Laxol is a generally well-tolerated medicine. However, if used in large amounts, it can cause side effects such as abdominal discomfort and pain, cramps, diarrhea, nausea, colon irritation, dehydration and loss of fluids and electrolytes. Learn how to make a homemade serum to fight dehydration.
Laxol is cone indicated in pregnant women, lactation women, children and people with blockage or intestinal perforation, irritable bowel, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis or any other intestinal problems.
It should also not be used by people who are hypersensitive to any of the components of the formula.
Watch the video below and learn how to prepare a natural laxative: