Larch Turpentine
OTHER NAME(S): Térébenthine de Mélèze, Térébenthine du Mélèze, Terebinthina Laricina, Terebinthina Veneta, Trementina del Alerce Europeo, Venetian Turpentine, None, Trementina de alerce, Térébenthine de mélèze
Overview
Larch turpentine is an oily substance taken from the trunk of the Larix decidua (European larch) tree. It has been applied to the skin as a medicine.
Larch turpentine is used for airway infections, nerve pain, joint pain, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use.
Uses
We currently have no information for Larch Turpentine overview.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: Larch turpentine is possibly unsafe. It can cause kidney problems and nerve system damage.
When applied to the skin: Larch turpentine is possibly safe when used on healthy, unbroken skin. It is likely unsafe when applied to damaged or broken skin. This can cause side effects such as kidney problems and nerve system damage.
When inhaled: Larch turpentine is possibly unsafe. It can cause lung problems.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: Larch turpentine is possibly unsafe. It can cause kidney problems and nerve system damage.
When applied to the skin: Larch turpentine is possibly safe when used on healthy, unbroken skin. It is likely unsafe when applied to damaged or broken skin. This can cause side effects such as kidney problems and nerve system damage.
When inhaled: Larch turpentine is possibly unsafe. It can cause lung problems.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if larch turpentine is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Bronchitis: Don't inhale larch turpentine if you have bronchitis. It could make your condition worse.
Interactions
We currently have no information for Larch Turpentine overview.
Dosing
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of larch turpentine might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
References
- Blumenthal M, ed. The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. Trans. S. Klein. Boston, MA: American Botanical Council, 1998.
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
- Fuchs-Algrim J, Lorenz H, Zimmermann C, et al. Turpentine ointment in bacterial skin infections - a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind clinical trial. Complement Med Res. 2022 Nov 23.
- Görne RC, Günnewich N, Huber H, Wallmen B, Zimmermann C; Folliculitis Study Group. Turpentine Ointment for the Treatment of Folliculitis: An Open, Prospective, Randomized, Placebo- and Comparator-Controlled Multicenter Trial. Skin Pharmacol Physiol 2023;36(5):259-266.