Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Mineral Oil as follows:
- Do not take the Mineral Oil close to bedtime. Risk for aspiration is very high with Mineral Oil, especially in lying down positions. Allow at least 2 to 4 hours after you take Mineral Oil, before going to bed.
- Prolonged use of Mineral Oil may result in one losing the natural urge of having a bowel movement. Try not to use this laxative beyond one or two weeks, without doctor’s recommendation.
- If you miss a dose, try taking it at the earliest notice of noncompliance. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the dose scheduled. Do not take an extra dose to try making up for the missed dose.
- Report any lack of bowel movement for 3 days, while using Mineral Oil.
