About castor oil + vitamin e
Vegetable oil and vitamin supplement
Used for
- May be marketed as a dietary supplement; benefits depend on the product’s intended use.
Common side effects
- Abdominal cramps, nausea, or diarrhea may occur if castor oil acts as a laxative.
- Vitamin E can increase bleeding risk at high supplemental doses.
Important warnings
- Oral castor oil can cause strong diarrhea and dehydration.
- Avoid castor oil as a laxative during pregnancy; it may stimulate uterine contractions.
- Check the label: castor oil capsules may be supplements, not approved laxative medicines.
Pregnancy
Avoid oral castor oil as a laxative during pregnancy. Safety of this specific supplement is not established.
Breastfeeding
Safety of this specific supplement during breastfeeding is not established.
Interactions
- Vitamin E supplements may increase bleeding risk with warfarin, other anticoagulants, or antiplatelet medicines.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.