Family

• Myrtaceae

Constituents

• Eucalyptus essential oil (cineol, eucalyptol)

Parts used

• Leaves, sometimes flowers, often consumed as essential oil

Properties

• Expectorant
• Antibacterial
• Antiviral
• Antiseptic
• Dilating the upper airways
• Refreshing
• Deodorant

Indications

Internal use or inhalation

• Cough in adults
• Cough in children
• Bronchitis
• Cold
• Sinusitis
• Asthma
• Emphysema
• Snoring

External use

• Mycosis of the feet
• Oily skin and hair
• Hair loss
• Small wounds
• Minor burns

Side effects

Possible side effects in the gastro-intestinal region.

Contraindications

Be careful with small children, do not apply eucalyptus-based essential oils to the eyes. 

Interactions

Possible interaction with other medications. Ask your pharmacist for advice.

Forms of use

• Blue Gum infusion
• Blue Gum inhalation
• Blue Gum tincture (in drops)
• Blue Gum essential oil
• Blue Gum capsules (often based on 200 mg eucalyptus)
• Blue Gum syrup