Eucalyptus radiata

COMMON NAMES

Eucalyptus

Myrtaceae

FAMILY

Primary Constituents

Oxide
- 1,8 cineole (60-70%)
Monoterpenols
- alpha-terpineol
- (Z)-Piperitol
- Geraniol
Monoterpene
- Limonene
- Piperitone
- alpha-pinene

Therapeutic Actions

absorption enhancer	analgesic	anthelmintic	antibacterial
antidandruff	antifungal	antineuralgic	antirheumatic
antiseptic	antispasmodic	antiviral	decongenstant
deoderant	depurative	diuretic	expectorant
febrifuge	insecticide	pediculicide	stimulant
vermifuge	vulnerary

Common Uses

Skin issues (abscesses, blisters, skin infections, shingles, dandruff)
Cold & flu symptoms (cough, respiratory infection, sinusitis, sinus infection)
Rheumatism & arthritis
Vaginitis
Diabetes support
Viral infections (chicken pox, influenza, herpes)
Fungal infections

Contraindications & Safety

Skin patch test is required for topical use
Contraindicated for epilepsy, hypertension, gastrointestinal inflammation, and liver issues
May cause interactions with prescription amphetamine, zoxazolamine, pentobarbital, and aminopyrine
Children over the age of 6 can use topically and aromatically

Note: Eucalyptus radiata is considered the "safer" alternative to Eucalyptus globulus because of a reduced 1,8 - cineole content. It should still be used under proper supervision and never on children younger than 6.

For educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.