Thymol (Thymol)
Overview of Thymol
Thymol is antifungal and antibacterial agent. Thymol is used in topical preparation for the treatment of acne and hemorrhoids. Thymol is used as an antiseptic in mouth washes.
Indication of Thymol
Thymol is primarily indicated in conditions like Acne, Cold, Cough, Haemorrhoids, Hemorrhoids, Respiratory disease, Skin diseases.
Contraindication of Thymol
Thymol is contraindicated in conditions like Pregnancy,Breast feeding,Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Side Effects of Thymol
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Thymol, which give rise to further complications include Cardiac arrhythmias, CNS depression, Acidosis, Cyanosis.,Thymol produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Pulmonary edema, Respiratory Failure, Myocardial damage, Circulatory failure. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Thymol therapy.,The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Thymol include Coma, Dizziness, Headache.,The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Thymol are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Diarrhea, Sweating, Nausea and vomiting, Metabolic acidosis, Local edema, Irritantation of gastric mucosa.
Precautions of Thymol
Avoid using thymol if you suffer from epilepsy, seizure disorders or heart problems. Special precautions should be taken to avoid inhalation, or contact with the skin or eyes. Eye protection and gloves are recommended.