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Castor oil is a viscous, oily liquid obtained from the castor plant (Ricinus Communis). It is a complex of triglycerides of ricinoleic, linoleic and oleic acids. When taken internally, it is hydrolyzed by lipase in the small intestine to form ricinoleic acid, which irritates the intestinal receptors and reflexively increases its peristalsis. As a rule, the laxative effect occurs after 5-6 hours. Castor oil is recommended for constipation, poisoning, food intoxication and for the purpose of cleansing the intestines before diagnostic procedures.