My daughter was on mineral oil for yesar... from age 2 till just recently (age 5) now.  Mineral oil is not absorbed into the system, it is a lubricant for the intestines.  If it is taken long term the child must have extar Vitamin D.

Hope this helps.
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Cindy  RN, IBCLC
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Date: 9/6/96    Time: 8:25:35 PM
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