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Castor oil overdose - Overview

Alternative Names

Alphamul overdose; Emulsoil overdose; Fleet Flavored Castor Oil overdose; Laxopol overdose; Unisol overdose

Definition of Castor oil overdose:

Castor oil is a yellowish liquid often used as a lubricant and in laxatives. This article discusses poisoning from swallowing a large amount (overdose) of castor oil.

See also: Laxative overdose

Poisonous Ingredient:

  • Castor oil

Where Found:

Castor oil comes from the castor oil plant (Ricinus communis). It can be found in the following products:

  • Castor oil
  • Alphamul
  • Emulsoil
  • Fleet Flavored Castor Oil
  • Laxopol
  • Unisol

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.

  • Reviewed last on: 10/24/2007
  • Stephen C. Acosta, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, Portland VA Medical Center, Portland, OR. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.