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EUCALYPTUS OIL BP is a brand name for Eucalyptus Oil. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: For the symptomatic relief of catarrh and coughs. For relief of the symptoms of minor muscular sprains and cramps.
Verbatim from this product's MHRA label. Tap a section to expand.
1a. By inhalation from drops of oil spilled onto a handkerchief which is then sniffed. b. By inhalation of vapour from drops of oil spilled into a bowl of hot water (50oC) ‘steam inhalation’ and the humid vapour inhaled. 2. As a rubefacient during massage of sprains and cramps where massage is an appropriate treatment.
Recommended Dose and Dosage Schedule Adults, the elderly and children over 1 year: 1 (a) Sprinkle a few drops on to a handkerchief and inhale as required. (b) A few drops into warm/hot water (50°C) and inhale the humid vapour, as required.
2. A few drops on the hand to lubricate the massage of appropriate areas as required.
When used as a rubefacient it may induce skin sensitisation and eczema. No adverse effects of inhalation are reported but in sensitised individuals the precipitation of hay fever or asthma are potential unwanted effects. Reporting of suspected adverse reactions Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important.
It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal product. uk/yellowcard.
Keep all medicines out of sight and reach of children. Not to be taken orally. If symptoms persist consult your doctor.
Sensitivity to Eucalyptus Oil. Not recommended for infants under 1 year.
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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