Camphor Oil - Application, Instructions, Contraindications

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Camphor oil

Instructions for use:

1. 1. Pharmacological action
2. 2. Release form
3. 3. Indications for use
4. 4. Contraindications
5. 5. Instructions for the use of camphor oil
6. 6. Side effects

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Camphor oil is a herbal remedy that is used in medicine and cosmetology.

pharmachologic effect

Camphor oil is extracted from the wood of the tropical camphor tree, it has anti-inflammatory, local irritant, analgesic, antiseptic effect.

The remedy improves the healing of tissues and organs, and with the subcutaneous injection of oil, the vasomotor and respiratory centers of the brain are stimulated, metabolic processes are enhanced in the myocardium, the tone of the venous vessels increases and the volume of blood flowing to the heart increases, the blood supply to the lungs and brain improves.

Treatment with camphor oil is effective for coughing. the product helps to remove phlegm.

Thanks to the drying, anti-inflammatory effect of the product, camphor oil is successfully used for hair.

Release form

Release camphor oil in the form of an oil and alcohol solution, in the form of an ointment.

Indications for the use of camphor oil

External use of camphor oil is indicated for neuralgia, myositis, radiculitis, sciatica, arthralgia, myalgia, pain in the ears, to prevent the appearance of bedsores.

Subcutaneous oil is injected in case of collapse, in case of poisoning with hypnotics or opioid analgesics, in case of depression of the respiratory center in infections, in case of heart failure.

Camphor oil for hair is used when it is necessary to restore hair growth, eliminate grease and fragility, and relieve inflammation on the scalp.

Contraindications

You can not prescribe treatment with camphor oil to a patient with hypersensitivity to the drug, with epilepsy (subcutaneous injection). External use of camphor oil is contraindicated in case of violations of the integrity of the skin.

Despite the widespread recommendations to instill camphor oil in the ear, it is not recommended to do so - because of the risk of burns, hearing impairment, and aseptic inflammation.

Do not prescribe camphor oil to children under two years of age. Oil vapors are easily absorbed by the mucous membranes, the skin of the child, which can provoke poisoning. Camphor oil is especially contraindicated for children with epilepsy - oil and products containing it can provoke an epileptic seizure, convulsions.

Instructions for the use of camphor oil

For the treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system, compresses with camphor oil are used: moisten a gauze napkin, apply on a sore spot, cover with cellophane and bandage slightly. The bandage is kept for about a day, after which it is changed.

For the healing of purulent wounds, tumors, injuries, dislocations with cyanosis and edema, make lotions with oil. After three or four days, the pain goes away and the wounds heal.

For the prevention of bedsores and diaper rash, camphor oil is used to lubricate the patient's body after hygiene procedures.

To relieve pain in the ears, it is undesirable to instill camphor oil in the ear - they make lotions with oil on the area around the sore ear.

For the treatment of cough, you can take the oil orally - four drops are mixed with milk and taken twice a day.

For hair, camphor oil is used in homemade masks and shampoos.

For oily hair, shampoo is made from one egg yolk, two tablespoons of purified water and 0.5 tablespoons of camphor tea oil. The mass is applied to wet hair, held for two or three minutes, washed off.

For dry hair, mix one egg yolk, one tablespoon of burdock oil, five drops of camphor oil and three - tea tree oil. You cannot constantly use shampoo - only when there is inflammation or irritation on the scalp.

To stimulate hair growth, camphor oil is used in the form of a mask: combine egg yolk, one spoonful of st. sesame oil, four drops of bey oil, 0.5 teaspoons of camphor mala and one teaspoon of hot pepper tincture. The mask is kept on hair under cellophane and a towel for 30-40 minutes. The procedures are carried out two times per week. The course of treatment is 10-12 procedures.

Camphor oil is prescribed for children in the form of rubbing and compresses.

Side effects

External use of camphor oil can cause skin allergies and irritation.

With subcutaneous injection, dizziness, fatty embolism (if oil enters the vessel), headache, oleogranuloma at the injection site may occur.

Camphor oil: prices in online pharmacies

Drug name Price Pharmacy

Camphor oil 10% solution for external use 30 ml 1 pc. RUB 15 Buy

Camphor oil 10% solution for external use oily 30 ml 1 pc. RUB 16 Buy

Camphor oil 10% solution for external use oily 30 ml 1 pc. RUB 17 Buy

Camphor oil 10% solution for external use oily 30 ml 1 pc. RUB 17 Buy

Camphor oil 10% vial 30ml RUB 24 Buy

Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!