camphor leaf oil

Camphor leaf oil is a plant-derived essential oil obtained from the leaves of Cinnamomum camphora. It contains the active compound camphor, a bicyclic monoterpene ketone. Camphor acts as a topical analgesic and antipruritic agent by stimulating nerve endings in the skin to produce a cooling sensation and counterirritant effect. It is used in over-the-counter products for relief of pain (such as muscle aches), itching, and cough suppression when applied topically or inhaled at low concentrations. Camphor also has mild antiseptic properties. The mechanism of action primarily involves stimulation of sensory nerves and local vasodilation; it may also have weak antimicrobial effects. Oral ingestion or use on broken skin can cause severe toxicity[1][2][3][5]. Camphor leaf oil is not an FDA-approved pharmaceutical drug but is present in some nonprescription products at regulated concentrations[4].

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camphor essential oilwhite camphor oilCinnamomum camphora oilcamphorated oilcamphor hydrosol