Olbas Oil Inhalant Decongestant for Cold Relief (30ml)

Product summary

Olbas Oil is a mixture of essential pure plant oils for the relief of bronchial and nasal congestion and hay fever by inhalation, and for symptomatic relief of muscular pain by application to the skin.

Suitable for adults and children aged 3 months and over

Please read the enclosed leaflet carefully before use.

Directions

For inhalation or external use on unbroken skin only

As an inhalant

• Children aged 3 months to 2 years: Add 1 drop to a tissue and hold close to nose, allowing the child to breathe in the vapours.
• Adults and children aged 2 and over: Add 2 or 3 drops to a tissue and inhale the vapours.
• Can be used at night or added to hot water

As a rub

See package leaflet for more details.

Body Massage

Apply Olbas Oil generously and gently massage the body. The new “drip bottle” dispenses the oil drop by drop, and can be used as an applicator for massage. Stimulates surface circulation and delivers comfort to tired muscles and joints.

Can be used for full body massage or as a spot massage at pressure points for quick effect. The natural essential oils are non-greasy and won’t stain most natural fabrics. Head: Massage a drop or two directly on the forehead and temples (Avoid contact with eyes).

Sore, aching feet: Massage directly on feet or add 25-50 drops of Olbas Oil to a dishpan of hot or cold water and soak feet for 10 to 15 minutes.

Compress: Add 10-20 drops of Olbas Oil to a bowl of hot or cold water. Submerse a cloth in the water, wring it out and place it on the desired area. Hot compresses feel soothing for aching bodies; cold compresses feel refreshing on the forehead.

Sports and Exercise

Bicycling with OlbasMassage Olbas Oil into muscle areas BEFORE running, bicycling, or workouts to help relax tight muscles. Apply AFTER sports or exercise and massage gently to help reduce soreness and soothe overworked muscles.

Family Use & Travel: Take some Olbas Oil with you whenever you travel- great for those bumps, discomforts and stresses that inevitably come along. Soothing when used to massage tired, sore feet and legs after prolonged periods of walking, standing or sports activity. Aromatherapy Tip: Some report that insects hate the aroma of Olbas Oil. Imagine that!

Active ingredients

Cajuput Oil 18.5%, Clove Oil 0.1%,Eucalyptus Oil 35.45%, Juniperberry Oil 2.7%, Levomenthol 4.1%, Methyl Salicylate 3.7%, Mint Oil, Partly Dementholised 35.45%

Warnings and restrictions

• Avoid direct contact with the child's skin.
• Not recommended for babies under 3 months old.
• Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

• It is best not to take any non-essential medication when pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.
• You must contact a doctor if symptoms worsen or do not improve after 7 days.
• Do not put drops into the nose or mouth.
• If accidentally swallowed, seek immediate medical advice.

Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children.

Storage

Do not store above 25ºC. Do not use if the cap seal is broken.

Precautions

• Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist.
• Seek advice before using if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, breastfeeding or suffer from allergies.