Kerosene
Active ingredient
Sold as WHP Fungus · WellMind Mental Focus
- Drug class
- -
- Availability
- Over-the-counter
- Routes
- Oral
- Markets covered
- 1
- Products on record
- 3
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 32
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Kerosene is an active ingredient used in some over-the-counter products [1]. It is not assigned to a specific drug class [1].
This ingredient is approved for use in indications including nausea, skin problems, and warts [1]. Kerosene can be found in products marketed under brand names such as WHP Fungus and WellMind Mental Focus [1].
In the past 12 months, there have been 32 adverse event reports associated with products containing this ingredient [2]. The most frequently reported reactions include eye pain, death, pain, diarrhea, and dizziness [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| US United States | FDA | 3 | January 28, 2025 |
USUnited States· FDA
3 products
Uses
INDICATIONS PETROLEUM
Nausea SULPHUR Skin problems THUJA OCC Warts
How to take
Sources & citations
- [1]FDA DailyMed · 06d446a8-2fc0-fe… · revised January 28, 2025 [PDF]
- [2]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
Information on this page is compiled from public regulatory records. Drugvu is not affiliated with any regulator or pharmaceutical manufacturer. This is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.