Camphor Information

Camphor is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Itching. Other than this, Camphor has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Camphor. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Camphor as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Camphor normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Camphor's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Camphor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Camphor contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Camphor have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Camphor is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Camphor Benefits & Uses
Camphor Dosage & How to Take
Camphor Side Effects
Camphor Related Warnings
Camphor Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Camphor
Camphor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Camphor Benefits & Uses

Camphor is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Itching (Read More - Homeopathic medicine, treatment and remedies for Itching)

Other Benefits

Pain

Camphor Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Camphor Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Camphor is used -

Unknown

Wheezing
Swelling
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Nausea or vomiting
Coma
Depression (Read More - Homeopathic medicine, treatment and remedies for Depression)

Camphor Related Warnings

Is the use of Camphor safe for pregnant women?

Camphor can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Camphor, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Camphor safe during breastfeeding?

Camphor has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Camphor on the Kidneys?

Camphor rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Camphor on the Liver?

Camphor may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Camphor on the Heart?

Camphor is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Camphor Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Camphor unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Inflammatory Disease
Throat Infection
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Camphor

Is this Camphor habit forming or addictive?

Camphor does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Camphor will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Camphor only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Camphor cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Camphor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Camphor

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Camphor together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Camphor

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Camphor and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown