How to Use Mineral Oil as a Laxative

If you're suffering from constipation or attempting to clear your bowels for other any other reason, mineral oil can be used as a laxative. Made of petroleum, mineral oil is effective in producing stool up to twice a day if half an ounce is taken every morning. Mineral oil is completely odorless, colorless and tasteless, making it easy to consume alone or mixed in a drink.

Things You'll Need

• Mineral oil
• Juice
• Water
• Medicine cup

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Instructions

• 1

  Measure half an ounce of mineral oil using a medicine cup.

• 2

  Add the mineral oil to a glass of juice or water and drink the mixture. You can also drink the mineral oil straight, without adding it to anything.

• 3

  Consume at least eight ounces of water immediately. With the additional bowel movements, you need to stay hydrated.