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Natural Camphor: Encyclopedia spotlight

Opens orifices, topical antipruritic

Tianfu Aromatherapy Institute
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Natural Camphor

Opens orifices, topical antipruritic.

Overview

Camphor is acrid-hot and toxic—topically for itch/pain, insect deterrent; internal use only in regulated formulas.

Nature & meridians

Acrid, hot, toxic; Heart and Spleen.

Key ideas

  • Dermatologic liniments: pattern-based.
  • Orifice-opening resuscitation: institutional products only.

Aromatherapy notes

Pregnancy, inhalation sensitivity, infants—extreme caution; never swallow oils.

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Data Source: Tianfu Aromatherapy Institute
Disclaimer: For health literacy only—not a substitute for medical care.

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