Contraindication/Precautions

Contraindicated in:

• Intestinal obstruction

• Inflammatory intestinal diseases (including Crohn's disease)

• Appendicitis and abdominal pain of unknown origin

• OB: Safety not established

• Pedi: Oral aloe not appropriate for children <12 years

• Cardiac or renal disease

• Fluid or electrolyte abnormalities

• Alcohol containing products should be used cautiously in patients with known intolerance or liver disease

• Pedi: Cautious use in children >12 years old

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