How do I use Camphor?
CAMPHOR CAN BE USED IN VARIED FORMS SIMILAR AS Camphor Balm
Camphor oil
Camphor Cream 2
Your doctor will specify the suitable form based on your individual requirements.
Introduction:
Camphor comes in multiple chemical types, each with different compositions of essential oils. The main component of the leaves of Cinnamomum camphora is Camphor. It contains other components like Linalool, Eugenol, Safrol, Cineol, ß- Myrecene, Nerolidol, Camphene and Borneol. All over the world, camphor has been used for centuries to treat various diseases.2
Benefits of Camphor
There are many health benefits associated with Camphor, described below.
Benefits of Camphor for Treating Respiratory Problems:
- Camphor has decongestive properties and decreases inflammation in the lungs and throat.
- It aids in managing nose blocks and treats congestion.
- It works on the nerves and reduces cough by acting as a cough suppressant.
- It is effective against several respiratory disorders.2,5
Benefits of Camphor for Managing Pain:
- Camphor stimulates nerve endings that reduce symptoms like pain and itching when topically applied to the skin.
- Camphor is also used for treating acute pain.
- It desensitises the nerve endings when applied to the skin and gives a warm sensation.
- It is also helpful in relieving the pain in muscles and joints.2
Benefits of Camphor for Skin
- Camphor is used on the skin to relieve itching.
- Camphor leaves may be used in the management of conditions characterised by allergic skin inflammation like atopic dermatitis.
- It has anti-inflammatory activity and reduces the level of serum immunoglobulin E.2,6