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What is Eucalyptol? What does Eucalyptol do? What should I pay attention to when using Eucalyptol? All will be answered in the article below.
1. What is Eucalyptol?
Eucalyptol is also known by some other names such as: cineol, cineole, 1,8-cineol, 1,8-cineole, 1,8-epoxy-p-menthan, 1,8-oxido-p-menthan, limonenoxide, cajeputol, eucalyptole, 1,3,3-trimethyl-2-oxabicyclo[2,2,2]octane.
This is an active liquid, colorless at room temperature, it is found in nature. In the essential oil of products with the common name eucalyptus oil, this active ingredient accounts for more than 90%. That's why many people call Eucalyptol eucalyptus oil.
2. What does Eucalyptol do?
Eucalyptol drug is used a lot in life. Specifically:
In the field of medicine, Eucalyptol is used to make mouthwash and cough medicine. It has an antiseptic effect on the respiratory tract; Helps relieve sore throat, itchy throat effectively. Eucalyptol is used as a flavoring and flavoring agent in cosmetics, confectionery and food. Due to its pleasant aroma and taste. In addition, people also use Eucalyptol to make insect repellent;
3. Indications and contraindications of Eucalyptol
Indications: Eucalyptol is indicated for the treatment of some of the following cases:
Relieves some symptoms of nasal congestion, rhinitis, and common cold. Use antiseptic for respiratory tract, teeth, mouth. Treats runny nose, flu, cough, sore throat,... Helps relieve symptoms of mild muscle sprains and cramps. Contraindications: Eucalyptol is contraindicated in some of the following cases:
Children under 30 months of age or children with seizures due to high fever or a history of seizures. Do not use in cases of hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the drug. It should not be used in cases of cough due to asthma and when the patient has respiratory failure (due to the respiratory-suppressive properties of Eucalyptol).
4. Dosage and Administration of Eucalyptol
For adults:
Oral medicine
Adults and children 12 years of age and older take 1 tablet/time: 2 to 4 tablets a day or as directed by a physician. Spray
Open the protective cap vertically. Then put your index finger on the nozzle tip, press 2-3 times in the air to break the inner protective film of the nozzle. Gently insert the nozzle into the side of the nose. Then quickly press the nozzle 2-3 times in each nostril. Clean and dry the nozzle, then close the protective cap. Note, do not use the medicine more than 4 weeks after opening. Essential Oils
Sprinkle a few drops on a handkerchief and inhale as required. Inhale the vapors from the spilled oil droplets into the bowl of hot water 'inhale' and the moisture is inhaled. Add 2-3 drops of oil to a cup of warm water (50 ° C) and drink while still warm, use 2 times a day. Nasal spray
Nasal spray: Pour one teaspoon of medicine into a cup or glass of hot water 70 degrees C-80 degrees C cover the mouth of the cup or glass with a paper funnel. Place the nose in the funnel. Then carefully inhale the steam through your nose slowly and slowly while the water is still hot. Continue to inhale until the vapor is gone. 3 times a day, 1 teaspoon of medicine each time. Massage oil
Massage the skin at the painful spot. Cough in the chest: Rub in front of the chest, neck, and back. Indigestion, abdominal pain: Rub the abdomen Cold and flu (you can put 5-10 drops of oil in 250 mL of hot water in a steamer and inhaler), runny nose, stuffy nose: Rub the temples, neck, back of the neck, nose. Dizziness, headache, nausea: Rub both temples, neck, philtrum, nose. For children The dosage form is not suitable for use in children under 12 years of age. Do not use the inhaler in children under 6 years of age, children with a history of seizures or convulsions due to high fever.
5. Eucalyptol side effects
When Eucalyptol is used as a massage agent, it can cause skin sensitization and eczema. Some manifestations such as:
Allergies and respiratory failure. Rare: Oral mucosal irritation, gastrointestinal disturbances, constipation, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, bronchospasm, somnolence, skin allergy, respiratory depression.
6. Precautions when using Eucalyptol
If the cough does not improve after being treated with the usual dose, do not increase the dose on your own. Do not apply to eyes or open wounds. Use with caution in patients with asthma and respiratory failure. Ointment form:
Discontinue use as soon as burns or blisters appear. Keep the medicine out of reach of children Never use the medicine after the expiry date or discolouration. Caution should be exercised when administering the drug to women during pregnancy or lactation. For medicines or supplements containing Eucalyptol, if you miss a dose, try to take it again as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take your next dose as usual. Absolutely do not arbitrarily double the dose as directed. With the diverse effects of the drug Eucalyptol, when using it, you need to be very careful to use it correctly to avoid possible unwanted side effects. Please consult with your doctor to get the dose and method of use that is best for your condition.
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