soyabean oil

Action and Spectrum

Actions and Spectrum 

soyabean oil contains a balance of unsaturated and saturated fats. It is a source of essential fatty acids, including omega-6 fatty acids. While soyabean oil is considered heart-healthy due to its unsaturated fats, it’s necessary to choose oils with a lower omega-6 to omega-3 ratio for optimal heart health.

Drug Interaction

Adverse Reaction

Frequency not defined  

Fever 

Chills 

Hypercoagulability 

Nausea 

Dyspnea 

Cyanosis 

Hyperlipidemia 

Vomiting 

Headache

Black Box Warning

Black Box Warning 

None

Contraindication / Caution

Contraindication/Caution: 

• People with a soy allergy should avoid soyabean oil. 
• Excessive consumption of soyabean oil can lead to excessive calorie intake and may contribute to weight gain and related health issue. 

Pregnancy / Lactation

Pregnancy consideration: 

Pregnancy category: N/A 

Lactation: Excretion into human milk is unknown  

Pregnancy Categories:         

Category A: well-controlled and Satisfactory studies show no risk to the fetus in the first or later trimester. 

<b>Category B: there was no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal studies, and there were not enough studies on pregnant women.  

Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women. 

Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits. 

Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women. 

Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category. 

Pharmacology

Pharmacology  

soyabean oil is a component of lipid emulsions used in parenteral nutrition. Lipid emulsions are essential for supplying long-chain fatty acids and triglycerides, which are necessary for the body’s energy needs and cellular functions. They are used in cases of malnutrition, surgery, and other medical conditions. 

Pharmacodynamics 

soyabean oil provides calories in the form of fats. The body metabolizes these fats for energy, which is essential for normal cellular and physiological functions.  

soyabean oil contains vitamin E, which has antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help protect cells from oxidative damage caused by free radicals, potentially reducing the risk of chronic diseases and inflammation. 

Pharmacokinetics 

Absorption   

soyabean oil is primarily absorbed in the small intestine.   

Distribution 

soyabean oil is distributed to various tissues and organs throughout the body. 

Metabolism 

soyabean oil undergoes various metabolic processes.  

Elimination and excretion 

soyabean oil is excreted through various routes, such as urine and feces. 

Adminstartion

Administration 

soyabean oil is available in form of topical liquid form. 

Patient Information Leaflet

Patient information leaflet 

Generic Name: soyabean oil 

Why do we use soyabean oil? 

soyabean oil is indicated for parenteral nutrition as a source of calories and essential fatty acids.  

It is also used in the prevention of essential fatty acid deficiency.