Eucalyptus radiata
Myrtaceae

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