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Liquid Parafin
Prescription Required
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 loosens stools and treats constipation
Liquid Parafin loosens stools and treats constipation
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
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
67%
Constipation
33%
How much was the improvement?
Poor
42%
Average
33%
Excellent
25%
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*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Liquid Parafin on price
Not Expensive
67%
Average
33%
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Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Emoderm cream (Benzoic Acid). Mumbai, India: GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited; 2018. [Accessed 21 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Liquid Parafin. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Liquid Parafin. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
In case of any issues, contact us
Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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