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US brand names:Kondremul
Mineral Oil (Laxative) is dosed at 1–3 ml/kg PO Single dose via gavage in ball pythons, per Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Inert hydrocarbon that lubricates intestinal mucosa and fecal mass, reducing water absorption and facilitating passage. Not absorbed systemically.
Do NOT administer by syringe into mouth (aspiration pneumonia risk). Tube feeding preferred for oral administration. Decreases fat-soluble vitamin absorption. Do not use chronically.
Species references:All Ball Python drugsAll Cat (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cat (Domestic) | PO | 2–5 ml/cat | q24h for 1-3 days | Moderate | Verified against Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 10th Ed, p.916 (2026-08-01). |
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