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Tolu Balsam
Balsamum tolutanum
Tolubalsam
Published September 18, 1986
Name of Drug
Balsamum tolutanum, tolu balsam, balsam tolu.
Composition of Drug
Tolu balsam consists of the balsam generated from the slit tree trunks of Myroxylon balsamum (L.) var. balsamum Harms (syn. M. balsamum var. genuinum) (Baill.) (Harms) [Fam. Fabaceae] as well as its preparations in effective dosage. This balsam is purified by melting, straining, and solidifying.
Tolu balsam contains benzoic and cinnamic acids, as well as their esters and essential oils.
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Uses
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Catarrhs of the respiratory tract.
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Contraindications
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None known.
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Side Effects
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None known.
Interaction with Other Drugs
None known.
Dosage
Unless otherwise prescribed:
Average daily dosage:
- 0.6 g of herb;
- equivalent preparations.
Mode of Administration
Preparations of tolu balsam for internal use.
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