What does Camphor do?

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Camphor is a herbal medicine commonly used to treat colds, disinfect the air or repel insects. Because of its herbal origin, Camphor is usually less likely to cause side effects. So what does Camphor do?

1. What is Camphor?

Camphor is obtained from the wood, roots, and leaves of the camphor plant by distillation along with other excipients and is prepared in the form of a topical cream, external gel or inhalation solution. Camphor drug has the effect of relieving pain, reducing itching due to stimulation of nerve endings, respiratory antiseptic and fungicidal effects that cause infections in the nail, so it is indicated in the following cases: temporary relief of coughs caused by colds and flu Antiseptic and air purifying Anti-depression Treatment for hypotension, sedation Topical cream for the temporary relief of mild musculoskeletal pain associated with arthritis , simple backache, sprains, strains and bruises Topical gel for temporary relief of pain and itching caused by minor burns, sunburn, minor cuts, scrapes, insect bites, minor skin irritations and rashes you are caused by poisonous plants

2. How to use Camphor?

Depending on the purpose of use and dosage form, the dosage of the drug will be different, specifically as follows:
Aromatherapy: Just use a few drops of essential oil in a diffuser or diffuser to spread the scent effectively. Steam treatment for cough: put a few drops of essential oil in a bowl of water, bow your head near the bowl, then cover your head with a towel and the bowl, inhale the steam that goes up into the trachea, helping to reduce respiratory diseases, colds and flu. Use up to 3 times a day and only for children 2 years of age and older Pain relief topical cream: apply glue to painful area up to 4 times/day, use daily for at least 2 weeks and only for children 12 years and older Topical gel for itching and pain relief: Apply the gel to the affected area 3-4 times a day, only for children 2 years of age and older Cleansing: mix essential oils with dishwashing liquid or floor cleaner to clean the house Mix with bath water: add a few drops of essential oil to a warm bath and soak for a few minutes to relax

3. Some notes when using Camphor

Some unwanted effects that may occur when using Camphor drugs include:
Allergic reactions: Rash, hives, red skin Fever, wheezing, chest tightness Throat constriction, difficulty breathing, Difficulty swallowing or hoarseness Swelling of mouth, face, lips, tongue Some general notes when using Camphor include:
Need to wash and dry the applied skin before applying Camphor topical, then gently massage to allow the drug to penetrate skin Do not apply the medicine to the mouth of open wounds or large areas of skin damaged by rubbing or burns Avoid direct contact of Camphor with eyes and mucous membranes, if the medicine gets into this area, wash many times with water to clean the Kidneys. Care should be taken when administering Camphor to patients with chronic persistent coughs such as emphysema, asthma, or tobacco-induced cough. Camphor is very flammable, so care should be taken to keep it away from heat sources, using hot water to steam can cause the mixture to splash and cause burns Children's skin is more sensitive when using Camphor, so regular monitoring and caution are required. Camphor can damage the liver There are no studies on the safety or toxicity of Camphor in pregnant women, so Camphor should not be used in this person.

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