JOJOBA OIL

Overview

JOJOBA OIL is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.
Jojoba is a shrub, and jojoba wax and oil are produced from the seeds.Jojoba has been used in alternative medicine for Alzheimer’s disease, acne, psoriasis, sunburn, chapped skin, hair loss and as mosquito repellant as well as other uses.

Usage

JOJOBA OIL is generally used to treat: Psoriasis, Acne, Sunburn, Alzheimer’s Disease
JOJOBA OIL can address symptoms like: Forgetfulness, Skin Irritation, Joint Pain, Depressed Mood, Body Itching, Hair Loss

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Generally considered as Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Topical (Local Application)

Precautions

  • You should not use Jojoba oil,if you are allergic to it.
  • Follow all directions on the product label and package.
  • Do not use this product without medical advice if you are pregnant.
  • Jojoba is considered likely safe to use if you are nursing a baby, as long as it is used on the skin only.
  • Do not use more of this product than is recommended on the label.
  • Call your doctor if the condition you are treating with jojoba does not improve.
  • Do not use extra jojoba to make up the missed dose.
  • Jojoba is likely unsafe to be taken by mouth, as it contains a chemical that can cause serious side effects to your heart.

Common Side-Effects

JOJOBA OIL : Skin Rash

Serious Side-Effects

JOJOBA OIL : Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Swollen Lips, Swollen Tongue

Technical Classification

JOJOBA OIL is categorized as:
  • HERBAL PRODUCTS / ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES
  • MISCELLANEOUS TOPICAL AGENTS / DERMATOLOGICAL AGENTS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with JOJOBA OIL as Ingredient

AVARTA CRMGLYCERIN , VITAMIN E , XANTHAN GUM , JOJOBA OIL , PARABEN
DERSIL AF BODY WASHALOE VERA 10 %W/V, JOJOBA OIL 1 %W/W, TOCOFEROL 0.5 %W/V
DERSIL LTNALOE VERA 10 %W/V, JOJOBA OIL 1 %W/V, VITAMIN E 0.05 %W/V
NUTRACLINSURFACTANTS 18 %W/V, GLYCERIN 2 %W/V, JOJOBA OIL 0.5 %W/V, VITAMIN E 0.5 %W/V, COCONUT MILK 0.2 %W/V
ONE TONE CRMALOE BARBADENSIS , TURMERIC EXTRACT , JOJOBA OIL , WHEAT GERM OIL
TUBBY LTNCOCOA BUTTER , SHEA BUTTER , ALLANTOIN , JOJOBA OIL , ALMOND OIL , SQUALENE