Eucalyptus oil liquid

Country: United Kingdom

Language: English

Source: MHRA (Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency)

Active ingredient:

Eucalyptus oil

Available from:

Thornton & Ross Ltd

ATC code:

n/a

INN (International Name):

Eucalyptus oil

Dosage:

1ml/1ml

Pharmaceutical form:

Not applicable

Class:

No Controlled Drug Status

Prescription type:

Valid as a prescribable product

Product summary:

BNF: 19060500; GTIN: 5011309020816

Patient Information leaflet

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PCP HEADER BOX
APPROVED BY DATE
OPERATOR
ARTWORK NO
CRN
FIX
REASON F
SUF
OR
CHANGE
ISSUED BY
DATE
MHRA/IMB
SUBMISSION
REQUIRED
Yes
A
gill.kennedy
564024
11930
Addition of "reporting of side
effects" statement. MHRA approved.
MHRA HEADER BOX
PRODUCT TITLE
C
FONTS USED
OLOURS USED
COMPONENT
PACK SIZE
IG CODE
DIMENSIONS
PROOF NO.
DATE
Leaflet
25ml
23703303
210mm x 148mm flat (27mm x 148mm folded)
2
17.03.2015
Process Black
Keyline (Does not print)
Eucaltyptus Oil Care
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EUCALYPTUS OIL
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT EUCALYPTUS OIL
• This medicine can be inhaled to relieve the
symptoms of catarrh.
• It can also be applied to the skin to relieve
minor muscular sprains and cramps.
• It can be used on adults and children over
1 year.
DO NOT….
• Take by mouth.
• Use on children under 1 year.
NOW READ THE REST OF THE LEAFLET BEFORE YOU
USE THIS MEDICINE. IT INCLUDES OTHER
INFORMATION WHICH MIGHT BE ESPECIALLY
IMPORTANT FOR YOU.
• Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it
again.
• Ask your pharmacist if you need any more
information or advice.
• If any of the side effects gets serious, or if
you notice any side effects not listed in this
leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
1. WHAT THE MEDICINE IS FOR
Eucalyptus Oil is an essential oil which acts as
a decongestant for the relief of catarrh and also
provides warming relief of minor muscular
sprains and cramps.
2. BEFORE YOU USE THIS

Summary of Product characteristics

OBJECT 1
EUCALYPTUS OIL BP
Summary of Product Characteristics Updated 17-Mar-2015 | Thornton &
Ross Ltd
1. Name of the medicinal product
Eucalyptus Oil BP.
2. Qualitative and quantitative composition
Eucalyptus Oil 100.0% v/v.
3. Pharmaceutical form
Essential Oil.
4. Clinical particulars
4.1 Therapeutic indications
For relief of the symptoms of catarrhal colds.
For relief of the symptoms of minor muscular sprains and cramps.
4.2 Posology and method of administration
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 (50°C) '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.
4.3 Contraindications
Sensitivity to Eucalyptus Oil.
Not recommended for infants under 1 year.
4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use
Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children.
Not to be take orally.
If symptoms persist consult your doctor.
4.5 Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of
interaction
None known.
4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation
No evidence can be found as to the safety of the product in pregnancy
or lactation. The use of all drugs
should be avoided during the first trimester.
4.7 Effects on ability to drive and use machines
At the dosage indicated, no evidence can be found that the product
affects the ability to drive or to use
machinery.
4.8 Undesirable effects
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 po