Mineral Oil

Mechanism-of-action class: Unknown Cellular or Molecular Interaction.

• Directions adults: when practical, cleanse the affected area by patting or blotting with an appropriate cleansing wipe.

Distributed by: United Exchange Corp Cypress, CA 90630 USA Made in China

For external use only / or intrarectal use only

1. 1Eye Irritation40212%
2. 2Eye Pain39812%
3. 3Drug Ineffective33310%
4. 4Vision Blurred2858.9%
5. 5Ocular Hyperaemia2537.9%
6. 6Dry Eye2417.5%
7. 7Fatigue2206.8%
8. 8Off Label Use2186.8%
9. 9Headache2116.6%
10. 10Nausea1855.7%
11. 11Pain1765.5%
12. 12Pyrexia1665.2%
13. 13Dyspnoea1514.7%
14. 14Rash1514.7%
15. 15Eye Pruritus1474.6%

Recent PubMed references pinned to Mineral Oil as a MeSH major topic. Citations link to pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.

• Combustion aerosols from mineral oil industrial fires: Physicochemical characterization and toxicity in bronchial epithelial cells at the air-liquid interface.
  Environmental pollution (Barking, Essex : 1987) · 2026 · Méausoone C, Rogez-Florent T, Castilla C, et al.
  PMID 42167524DOI 10.1016/j.envpol.2026.128396
• Impaired growth after immunization with a bivalent oil-adjuvanted vaccine occurs without detectable changes to aerobic capacity in juvenile rainbow trout.
  Comparative biochemistry and physiology. Part A, Molecular & integrative physiology · 2026 · Wallbom N, Khansari AR, Sandblom E, et al.
  PMID 42119917DOI 10.1016/j.cbpa.2026.112014
• A systematic evaluation of aluminium oxide (Alox) on mineral oil saturated hydrocarbons (MOSH) recovery and dietary exposure from vegetable oils in China.
  Food additives & contaminants. Part A, Chemistry, analysis, control, exposure & risk assessment · 2026 · Zhang M, Ho XL, Wang Y, et al.
  PMID 41979326DOI 10.1080/19440049.2026.2644477
• Influence of Hydrophilic Interaction on Polyglycerol Ester Emulsifier at Oil-polyol nterface: Interfacial Adsorption Behavior and Its Relationship with Emulsification Effect.
  Journal of oleo science · 2026 · Zhang W, Fu Y, Zhou C, et al.
  PMID 41922202DOI 10.5650/jos.ess25181
• Sustainable treatment of banana leaves for phytosanitary applications: impact, spreading, and impregnation of mineral oil.
  Pest management science · 2026 · Alayan A, Boyer S, Verdeil JL, et al.
  PMID 41705286DOI 10.1002/ps.70660
• Influences of oils on the persistence and recovery of DNA.
  Journal of forensic sciences · 2026 · Kaesler T, Linacre A, Kirkbride KP, et al.
  PMID 41521515DOI 10.1111/1556-4029.70249
• Balancing efficacy and resistance: oils vs. synthetic acaricides in the control of Panonychus citri.
  Experimental & applied acarology · 2025 · Qayyoum MA, Mobarak SH, Khan BS, et al.
  PMID 41372711DOI 10.1007/s10493-025-01098-4
• Mineral Oil Encapsulation Enhances dsRNA-Based Acaricidal Activity against Amphitetranychus viennensis.
  ACS applied bio materials · 2025 · Zhang P, Zhang G, He L, et al.
  PMID 41236780DOI 10.1021/acsabm.5c01852

The 10 most recently updated of 202 ClinicalTrials.gov registrations naming Mineral Oil as an intervention. Registration is not evidence of efficacy or safety — reference crosswalk only.

• Gastric Feeding for the Prevention of Stroke-Associated Pneumonia
  Not yet recruiting · Phase 4 · Interventional · 174 enrolled · Jinling Hospital, China
  NCT07630090updated 2026-06-05
• Paraffin Oil for Preventing Tourniquet-Related Skin Lesions in Upper Extremity Surgery
  Recruiting · Interventional · 90 enrolled · Istanbul Medipol University Hospital
  NCT07523958updated 2026-06-04
• Dermocosmetic Evaluation of Propolis Ointments in Atopic-Prone Dry Skin
  Active not recruiting · Interventional · 30 enrolled · Manara University
  NCT07618234updated 2026-06-01
• Phase III Efficacy and Safety Study of Miconazole Oil for Otomycosis
  Completed · Phase 3 · Interventional · 112 enrolled · Hill Dermaceuticals, Inc.
  NCT05660382updated 2026-05-12
• The Effect of 0.1% Topical Ciclosporin A for 12-weeks on the Eye Surface Immune Cells in Dry Eyes
  Recruiting · Interventional · 60 enrolled · The University of New South Wales
  NCT06898853updated 2026-05-05
• Immediate Effects of Lipid-Based and Non-Lipid Artificial Tears on Corneal Aberrations
  Completed · Phase 4 · Interventional · 40 enrolled · University of Seville
  NCT06784661updated 2026-05-04
• Optimizing the Ocular Surface With Systane COMPLETE Pre- and Post-operatively in Patients With Dry Eye Planning for Cataract Surgery: An Extension Study of Optimizing the Ocular Surface With Systane COMPLETE in Patients With Dry Eye Planning for Cataract Surgery
  Recruiting · Phase 4 · Interventional · 140 enrolled · National Taiwan University Hospital
  NCT06886373updated 2026-04-24
• Treatment of Severe Acute Malnutrition in Children 6 to 59 Months Old With Standard Ready To Use Therapeutic Food Compared to a Newly Formulated Lipid Optimized Ready To Use Therapeutic Food
  Not yet recruiting · Interventional · 125 enrolled · University of California, Los Angeles
  NCT07345884updated 2026-04-22
• Diode Laser as a Biomarker for Neuropathic Pain of Peripheral Origin.
  Completed · Interventional · 75 enrolled · University of Utah
  NCT06030297updated 2026-04-17
• Inhaled IAV vs Inhaled Eucalyptus for the Treatment of Nausea With Acute Migraine
  Completed · Interventional · 21 enrolled · HonorHealth Research Institute
  NCT05175521updated 2026-04-17

Frequently asked questions

How does Mineral Oil work?

Mechanism-of-action class: Unknown Cellular or Molecular Interaction.

What is Mineral Oil used for?

According to FDA labeling, Mineral Oil carries indications including: Directions adults: when practical, cleanse the affected area by patting or blotting with an appropriate cleansing wipe.. This is a reference summary of labeled uses, not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.

What class of drug is Mineral Oil?

Mineral Oil is classified as Softeners, emollients, Unknown Cellular or Molecular Interaction, Increased Large Intestinal Motility, Inhibition Large Intestine Fluid/Electrolyte Absorption.

What are the brand names for Mineral Oil?

Mineral Oil is marketed under brand names including Altalube, Kondremul Plain, Lubrifresh P.M., Moisture Eyes PM, RectiCare Advance Cream, Soothe Mineral Oil, Soothe Night Time, Stye.