Liquid paraffin is a pure white mineral oil with high viscosity, refined to such an extremely high degree that this oil is suitable for internal use.

Liquid Paraffin is most commonly used as a laxative for animals that are suffering from constipation. Liquid paraffin (petrolatum) is a highly refined distilled fraction of petroleum that contains a mixture of liquid-saturated hydrocarbons.

It is used as a laxative, a lubricant, and as a base for nasal sprays. 

The medicinal liquid paraffin should not be confused with the paraffin (or kerosene) used as a fuel.

However, it is advised that it is not used regularly as overuse can result in an inability to absorb vitamins and minerals.

Active Substance
Liquid paraffin (petrolatum) is a highly refined distilled fraction of petroleum that contains a mixture of liquid-saturated hydrocarbons

Target Species
Cattle, Horses, Sheep, Goats.

Treats and Controls
Constipation, blockages, impactions, obstructions.

Application Method
Take care to dose slowly using a large dosing syringe, allowing the animal to swallow it carefully.
It can be very serious if it is inhaled into the lungs

Withdrawal Period
None

Dosage
It is dosed orally with a syringe at a rate of 1ml per 1 kg bodyweight twice daily for 3 days for severe constipation.

Key Features of Liquid Paraffin

• Medicinal use
• Used as a laxative
• Help animals with constipation, blockages, impactions and obstructions.
• Not to be over used