Balsam of Peru
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
This entry was migrated from the earlier Pharmapedia app bundle and has not been reviewed by a named clinician on this site. It is provided for educational reference only — verify dosage and safety information against current, authoritative sources and a qualified healthcare professional before any clinical use.
Overview
Balsam of Peru is obtained from Myroxylon pereirae. Balsam of Peru is local irritant. It has mild antiseptic properties. Balsam of Peru is used in the treatment of superficial skin lesions and pruritus, and as an application to bedsores and chronic ulcer.
Indications
Balsam of Peru is primarily indicated in conditions like Amenorrhea, Asthma, Burns, Dermatosis, Dysentery, Pruritus, Skin lesions, Ulcers, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Cancer.
Contraindications
Balsam of Peru is contraindicated in conditions like Allergy, Breast feeding.
Side Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Balsam of Peru are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Skin sensitization.
Warnings
This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or lactation. It should be used with caution in patients with any illness or allergy.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
10 to 20 drops (15 (15)) As recommended. Topical — drops should be added in syrup, egg yolk of an egg added or with gumarabic.
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Balsam of Peru was found.
Storage
Drops Store . Protect from Sunlight.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.