Eucalyptol Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more
Eucalyptol is naturally produced cyclic ether and monoterpenoid. Eucalyptol is an ingredient in many brands of mouthwash and cough suppressant. It controls airway mucus hypersecretion and asthma via anti-inflammatory cytokine inhibition. Eucalyptol is an effective treatment for nonpurulent rhinosinusitis. Eucalyptol reduces inflammation and pain when applied topically. It kills leukaemia cells in vitro.
| Trade Name | Eucalyptol |
| Generic | Eucalyptol |
| Eucalyptol Other Names | Cajeputol, Cineole, Eucalyptol, Zineol |
| Type | |
| Formula | C10H18O |
| Weight | Average: 154.2493 Monoisotopic: 154.135765198 |
| Groups | Experimental, Nutraceutical |
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| Last Updated: | January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am |
Uses
Eucalyptol is a common ingredient in mouthwash and cosmetics derived naturally from the eucalyptus plant that is frequently used to to improve symptoms of airway mucus hypersecretion.
Eucalyptol is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Gingivitis
Toxicity
Oral, rat LD50: 2480 mg/kg
