Balsam of Peru

Drug #1311

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 pruritis, and as an application to bedsores and chronic ulcer.

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Primary Characteristics

It is of Natural origin and belongs to Resins.

Solubility in Water: insoluble · Solubility in Alcohol: freely soluble · Non-proprietary name: Balsam of Peru.

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

Indications

Balsam of Peru is primarily indicated in conditions like Amenorrhoea, Asthma, Burns, Dermatosis, Dysentery, Pruritus, Skin lesions, Ulcers.

Balsam of Peru is also indicated for secondary conditions like Cancer.

Contraindications

Balsam of Peru is contraindicated in conditions like Allergy, Breast feeding.

Dosage

Balsam of Peru's dosage details are as follows:

Dose	Single Dose	Frequency	Route	Instructions
Adult Dosage
15 drops	15 drops	—	Topical	drops should be added in syrup, egg yolk of an egg added or with gumarabic.
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
No data.
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
No data.

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Balsam of Peru is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Skin sensitization.

Warnings / Precautions

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.

Available Brands

None recorded.

Storage Conditions

Balsam of Peru should be stored Drops.

Drug Classification

1.15 — Disinfectants and antiseptics