Quick answers
- What is Mineral oil used for?
- The Drug Facts label of Mineral Oil (Your Military Exchanges) lists these uses: for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity). Generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 8 hours..
- Do I need a prescription for Mineral oil?
- No. The products on this page are sold without a prescription (over the counter).
- Is a store brand the same as the name brand?
- Products listed together below have the same active ingredient, in the same amount and the same form, as registered with the FDA. Inactive ingredients (such as colors, flavors and fillers) and package sizes can differ. Compare the “Active ingredient” box on both packages, and ask a pharmacist if you are not sure.
- Has Mineral oil been recalled?
- No recall linked to these products appears in the FDA enforcement reports we use.
Drug Facts label
Every over-the-counter medicine must carry a “Drug Facts” box in the same order, set by FDA rules. Below is the label of one product for each common strength and form, quoted word for word. Your own package can differ (for example, children’s products have other directions): always follow the label on your package.
Mineral Oil · Your Military Exchanges
Mineral oil 999 mg/mL, liquid (oral, topical)
Active ingredient
Mineral oil 99.9%
Purpose
Lubricant laxative
Uses
for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity). Generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 8 hours.
Warnings
for this product
Do not use
if you have difficulty swallowing in children under 6 years of age if you are pregnant for a period longer than week if you are bedridden or aged
Ask a doctor before use if
you have abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if
you are presently taking a stool softener laxative taking any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after other drugs. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work.
When using this product
do not take with meals. Take only at bedtime.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use. These could be signs of a serious condition. If breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
do not take with meals take only at bedtime may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses adults and children 12 years of age and over - 1 to 3 Tablespoons (15 to 45 mL) maximum 3 Tablespoons (45 mL) in 24 hours children 6 to under 12 years of age - 1 to 3 teaspoons (5 to 15 mL) maximum 3 teaspoons (15 mL) in 24 hours children under 6 years of age - do not use, consult a doctor
Inactive ingredients
mixed tocopherols (added as a stabilizer)
— FDA label of Mineral Oil, Your Military Exchanges, effective August 28, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Mineral oil · CVS Pharmacy, Inc.
Mineral oil 999 mg/mL, liquid (oral)
Active ingredient
Mineral oil 99.9%
Purpose
Lubricant laxative
Uses
for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity). Generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 8 hours.
Warnings
for this product
Do not use
if you have difficulty swallowing in children under 6 years of age if you are pregnant for a period longer than 1 week if you are bedridden or aged
Ask a doctor before use if
you have abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if
you are presently taking a stool softener laxative taking any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after other drugs. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work.
When using this product
do not take with meals. Take only at bedtime.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use. These could be signs of a serious condition. If breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
do not take with meals take only at bedtime may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses adults and children 12 years of age and over - 1 to 3 Tablespoons (15 to 45 mL) maximum 3 Tablespoons (45 mL) in 24 hours children 6 to under 12 years of age 1 to 3 teaspoons (5 to 15 mL) maximum 3 teaspoons (15 mL) in 24 hours children under 6 years of age do not use, consult a doctor
Inactive ingredients
mixed tocopherols (added as a stabilizer)
— FDA label of Mineral oil, CVS Pharmacy, Inc., effective June 26, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
LEADER Mineral Oil · Cardinal Health, 110 dba Leader
Mineral oil 1000 mg/mL, liquid (oral)
Active ingredient
Mineral Oil
Purpose
Lubricant Laxative
Uses
For relief of occasional constpation or irregularity. Generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 8 hours.
Warnings
Do not use
if you have difficulty swallowing, in children under 12 years of age, if you are pregnant, for a period longer than 1 week, if you are bedridden or aged, if you are presently taking a stool softener laxative Ask a doctor before usage if you hav abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting, noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks. and consult a doctor if there is a fialure to have a bowel movement after use. In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact Poison Control Center immediately. In case of eye contact wash gently with water for 15 minutes.
Directions
Adults and children 12 yrs and older: 1 to 2 tablespoonfulls at bedtime. Children 6 to 12 yes of age: 1 to 3 teaspoonfulls at bedtime. Children under 6 yrs of age: Consult a doctor before use
Other information
Keep tightly closed and protected from direct light
Inactive ingredients
dl-alpha-tocopherol as a preservative
— FDA label of LEADER Mineral Oil, Cardinal Health, 110 dba Leader, effective July 28, 2025. See the official label on DailyMed →
Mineral Oil · Publix Supermarkets, Inc.
Mineral oil 100 mg/100 mL, oil (oral, topical)
Active ingredient
Mineral Oil 100%
Purpose
Lubricant laxative
Uses
relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 8 hours
Warnings
Do not use
in children under 6 years of age, pregnant wormen, bedridden patients or persons with difficulty swallowing if you are presently taking a stool softener laxative for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use if
you have abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks
When using this product
do not take with meals take only at bedtime
Stop use and ask a doctor if
you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use. These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use. As with any drug, if you are nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health professional before using this product.
Keep out of reach of children
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
do not take with meals take only at bedtime may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses adults and children 12 years of age and over: oral dosage is a minimal single dose of 15 mL to a maximum daily dose of 45 mL children 6 to under 12 years of age: oral dosage is a minimum single dose of 5 mL to a maximum daily dose of 15 mL children under 12 years, consult a doctor
Inactive ingredients
Vitamin E as stabilizer
— FDA label of Mineral Oil, Publix Supermarkets, Inc., effective April 23, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
HealthMart Mineral Oil Single Laxative · Strategic Sourcing Services LLC
Mineral oil 118 g/118 mL, enema (rectal)
Active ingredient (in each 118 mL delivered dose)
Mineral Oil 100%
Purpose
Lubricant laxative
Uses
for relief of occasional constipation
Warnings
For rectal use only.
Ask a doctor before use if
you have abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks already used a laxative for more than 1 week
Stop use and ask a doctor if
you have: rectal bleeding no bowel movement after use These symptoms may indicate a serious condition.
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away: 800-222-1222.
Directions
Single daily dosage Do not use more unless directed by a doctor. See Warnings .
| Adults and children 12 years old and over | 1 bottle |
| Children 2 to under 12 years old | 1/2 bottle once daily |
| Children under 2 years | DO NOT USE |
Inactive ingredients
none
Questions?
866-323-0107 or www.natureplex.com
— FDA label of HealthMart Mineral Oil Single Laxative, Strategic Sourcing Services LLC, effective January 8, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
Mineral oil · EQUATE (Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.) (see also WAL-MART INC)
Mineral oil 100 mg/100 mL, oil (oral)
Active ingredient
Mineral oil 100%
Purpose
Lubricant laxative
Uses
relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 8 hours
Warnings
Do not use
in children under 12 years of age, pregnant women, bedridden patients or aged, or if you have difficulty swallowing if you are presently taking a stool softener laxative for a period longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use if
you have abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks
When using this product
do not take with meals take only at bedtime
Stop use and ask a doctor if
you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use. These could be signs of a serious condition.
If pregnant or breast-feeding
ask a health professional before use. As with any drug, if you are nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health professional before using this product.
Keep out of reach of children
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
do not take with meals take only at bedtime may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses adults and children 12 years of age and over: oral dosage is a minimal single dose of 15 mL to a maximum daily dose of 45 mL children 6 to under 12 years of age: oral dosage is a minimum single dose of 5 mL to a maximum daily dose of 15 mL Children under 6 years, consult a doctor
Inactive ingredients
Vitamin E as stabilizer
Questions?
Call 1-888-287-1915
— FDA label of Mineral oil, EQUATE (Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.) (see also WAL-MART INC), effective August 12, 2026. See the official label on DailyMed →
This page is not medical advice. Read the label on your package, and ask a pharmacist or doctor if you are not sure a medicine is right for you, for your child, or with your other medicines.
Same medicine, other brands
Each group lists the products that have exactly the same active ingredient, in the same amount and form, as registered with the FDA (NDC Directory). A store brand in the same group has the same medicine as the name brand; inactive ingredients, flavors and package sizes can differ. Each product links to its own official label.
Mineral oil 999 mg/mL · liquid (oral, topical) · 10 products
Drug Facts for this strength and form ↑
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Mineral Oil | Better Living Brands, LLC | DailyMed |
| Mineral Oil | Meijer, Inc. | DailyMed |
| Mineral Oil | Old East Main Co. | DailyMed |
| Mineral Oil | Perrigo Direct, Inc | DailyMed |
| Mineral Oil | Retail Business Services, LLC | DailyMed |
| Mineral Oil | Target Corporation | DailyMed |
| Mineral Oil | Topco Associates LLC | DailyMed |
| Mineral Oil | United Natural Foods, Inc. dba UNFI | DailyMed |
| Mineral Oil | Walgreen Co. | DailyMed |
| Mineral Oil | Your Military Exchanges | DailyMed |
Mineral oil 999 mg/mL · liquid (oral) · 5 products
Mineral oil 1000 mg/mL · liquid (oral) · 4 products
Mineral oil 100 mg/100 mL · oil (oral, topical) · 3 products
Mineral oil 118 g/118 mL · enema (rectal) · 3 products
Mineral oil 100 mg/100 mL · oil (oral) · 3 products
Mineral oil 999 mg/mL · oil (oral) · 2 products
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Harris Teeter | Harris Teeter | DailyMed |
| Mineral Oil | Nice-Pak Products, LLC | — |
Mineral oil 59.8% · spray (topical) · 2 products
Mineral oil 100% · enema (rectal) · 2 products
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Fleet | C.B. Fleet Company, Inc. | DailyMed |
| Pure and Gentle | Medline Industries, LP | DailyMed |
Mineral oil 1 mg/mL · oil (oral) · 2 products
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Oil | Atlantic Biologicals Corp. | DailyMed |
| Oil | Vi-Jon, LLC | — |
Mineral oil 1000 mg/mL · solution (oral) · 2 products
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Mineral Oil | Kesin Pharma Corporation | DailyMed |
| Mineral Oil | Safecor Health, LLC | DailyMed |
Mineral oil 2.5 g/5 mL · liquid (oral) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Fleet | C.B. Fleet Company, Inc. | — |
Mineral oil 1000 mg/mL · liquid (topical) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Humco Mineral Oil Light | Humco Holding Group, Inc. | DailyMed |
Mineral oil 133 g/133 mL · enema (rectal) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 4718 Enema, Mineral Oil | Dynarex | DailyMed |
Mineral oil 1000 g/118 mL · enema (rectal) · 1 product
| Brand or product name | Company on the label | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Foster and Thrive Ready to Use Mineral oil Laxative | Strategic Sourcing Services LLC | DailyMed |
What pharmacies pay (NADAC)
The National Average Drug Acquisition Cost (NADAC) is the average price U.S. retail pharmacies paid to buy one unit of a medicine (one tablet, one mL or one gram), from a monthly survey of pharmacy invoices by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). State Medicaid programs use it to pay pharmacies.
This is not the price you pay. What you pay depends on your insurance (copay or coinsurance), your pharmacy and any discounts, and pharmacies also charge for filling a prescription. Ask your pharmacist or your health plan what your price will be.
| Strength and form | Generic or brand | Pharmacies pay |
|---|---|---|
| mineral oil 100 mg/100 mL oil | Generic | $0.0099 per mL |
| mineral oil 100% enema | Brand: Fleet | $0.0171 per mL |
| mineral oil 999 mg/mL liquid | Generic | $0.0099 per mL |
NADAC list of November 4, 2026; these prices took effect between July 10, 2026 and October 21, 2026. Shown only where a package’s NDC code matches the NADAC list exactly, and only for that exact strength and form: nothing is averaged across strengths. Strengths and forms not listed here have no NADAC price.
Source: NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) 2026, data.medicaid.gov (CMS) →
Companies that sell this medicine
The company named on the package (maker or distributor), as listed in the FDA NDC Directory, with its number of over-the-counter products of this medicine.
- Strategic Sourcing Services LLC3 products
- Humco Holding Group, Inc.2 products
- Beyond Health P.A.2 products
- C.B. Fleet Company, Inc.2 products
- Atlantic Biologicals Corp.2 products
- Nice-Pak Products, LLC1 product
- AmerisourceBergen (Good Neighbor Pharmacy) 461221 product
- Strategic Sourcing Services1 product
- Publix Supermarkets, Inc.1 product
- Walgreen Co.1 product
- Harris Teeter1 product
- Cardinal Health, 110 dba Leader1 product
- Retail Business Services, LLC1 product
- Target Corporation1 product
- Better Living Brands, LLC1 product
- Old East Main Co.1 product
- Best Choice (Valu Merchandisers Company)1 product
- Cardinal Health1 product
- Chain Drug Marketing Association1 product
- Your Military Exchanges1 product
- EQUATE (Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.) (see also WAL-MART INC)1 product
- Cardinal Health 110, LLC. DBA Leader1 product
- Kesin Pharma Corporation1 product
- Pharma Nobis, LLC1 product
- Meijer, Inc.1 product
- TOP CARE (Topco Associates LLC)1 product
- Topco Associates LLC1 product
- Safecor Health, LLC1 product
- P & L Development, LLC1 product
- Vi-Jon, LLC1 product
Showing the 30 companies with the most products, of 36.
Recalls
No recall linked to these products (by their NDC code or label) appears in the FDA enforcement reports.
Sources
- Drug labeling (SPL, openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 30, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- NDC Directory (openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 30, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- Drug recall enforcement reports (openFDA) — U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FDA data exported October 27, 2026, retrieved October 31, 2026
- FDA rule for the Drug Facts label (21 CFR 201.66)
Only medicines marketed under FDA rules for nonprescription drugs (an FDA monograph or an FDA approval) are listed. Homeopathic products are not listed: the FDA does not evaluate them for safety or effectiveness.