Eugenol

Eugenol is a constituent of clove oil and some other essential oils. Eugenol is used in dental and oral hygiene preparations. Eugenol is an irritant, sensitizer and can produce local anaesthesia. Eugenol is also used as a flavour.


Adult Dose
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Characteristics
. It is of Natural origin. . The Molecular Weight of Eugenol is 164.20.
Contraindications
Eugenol is contraindicated in conditions like Breast feeding,Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Effects
The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Eugenol include Vomiting, Seizures, Shortness of breadth, Sore throat, Sedation, Rashes, difficulty in breathing.
Indications
Eugenol is primarily indicated in conditions like Local anaesthesia, Local anaesthetic.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Eugenol was found.
Interfrence
Risks
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, and Neonates.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.
Storage
Store in a well closed container, . Protect from Sunlight.
Warnings
Eugenol taken by mouth may lower blood sugar levels. Caution is advised when using medications that may also lower blood sugar. Patients taking drugs for diabetes by mouth or insulin should be monitored closely by a qualified healthcare provider. Medication adjustments may be necessary. When applied to the skin, eugenol, may reduce the ability to feel and react to painful stimulation. Therefore, use with other numbing or pain-reducing products such as capsaicin cream may in theory cause exaggerated effects.
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