Question 1

what is the definition or description of: mineral oil overdose?

Accepted Answer

Mineral oil overdose: An overdose occurs when an excessive / dangerous dose of a drug / substance is used. Symptoms of O/D may include  abdominal pain, dehydration, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting. REF:  https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002684.htm

Question 2

what is the treatment for mineral oil overdose?

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See below: They will measure and monitor your vital signs, including temperature, pulse, breathing rate, and blood pressure. Symptoms will be treated as appropriate. You may receive:
•breathing support 
•fluids through a vein (by iv) 
•tube through the mouth into the stomach to wash out the stomach (gastric lavage).

Question 3

does mineral oil cause spots?

Accepted Answer

Sure does.: I have spots on my jeans from oil spilled long ago.  However, mineral oil does not cause spots on your skin.

Question 4

i think i overdosed on mineral oil; is it harmful?

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See below:: Symptoms are due to mineral oil's laxative action and may include: abdominal pain; dehydration (from severe diarrhea);diarrhea;nausea & vomiting. How well you do depends on the amount of poison swallowed and how quickly treatment is received. The faster you get medical help, the better the chance for recovery. Mineral oil is relatively nontoxic, and recovery is likely.

Question 5

does mineral oil in skin products and creams cause acne?

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Yes, if acne prone: You are likely to benefit from oil free non comedogenic moisturizers if you are acne prone.

Question 6

does ( light mineral oil ) in creams and lotions clog pores and cause acne?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can: I would tend to recommend non-comedogenic products. Mineral oil can be too thick, even if light, causing obstruction of sebaceous glands.

Question 7

can the ingredient paraffinum liquidum aka mineral oil in a hair stying product cause hair to thin or come out on the hairline or whole head? thanks

Accepted Answer

I dont think good: Mineral oil is prob diff to get out, will block your pores and get stuck in hair follicles. Need a gentle cleaning agent not a lubricant. In upstate NY I had a patient who had arthritis in his knees and used WD40 on them. Prob not good to breathe that stuff. Hair needs to be cleaned without drying out. Scalp should be cleaned. Min Oil not the answer.

Question 8

does mineral oil in skin care products cause acne?

Accepted Answer

Oil: Mineral oil or any oil containing skin product can cause acne or clogged pores resulting in acne. Always test a small area with any new skin product to determine adverse reactions before applying it liberally.

Question 9

does mineral oil help you lose weight?

Accepted Answer

Mineral oil: No it does not, it is an non absorbed oil and may cause loose bowels or diarhea.

Question 10

how do i use mineral oil to start labour?

Accepted Answer

Do not use it: Check with you obstetrician what to do rathe taking medication that might affect you or the baby adversly.

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