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Tiger Balm Lotion 28ml

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Fattori V, Hohmann MS, Rossaneis AC, Pinho-Ribeiro FA, Verri WA. Capsaicin: Current understanding of its mechanisms and therapy of pain and other pre-clinical and clinical uses. Molecules. 2016;21(7):844. doi:10.3390/molecules21070844 Camphor acts as a mild expectorant, nasal decongestant, and cough suppressant. Menthol may help soothe irritated nasal passageways, helping to relieve stuffy noses. Headaches : Menthol may provide relief. The addition of eucalyptus can also have pain-relieving effects. Tiger Balm Active Muscle Pain Reliever Spray: This spray version is intended for use on hard-to-reach parts of the body. Its active ingredients are 25% methyl salicylate, 16% menthol, and 7% camphor. Most evidence for the benefits of Tiger Balm is based on what researchers know about its active ingredients.

Bazzano, A. N., Var, C., Grossman, F., & Oberhelman, R. A. (2017, February). Use of camphor and essential oil balms for infants in Cambodia. Journal of Tropical Pediatrics, 63(1), 65–69 Discomfort from insect bites: Some people use Tiger Balm to relieve the itching or sting of insect bites. It is also sometimes used as a mosquito repellant. Johnson, C. R., Porter, S. G., Coats, D., Whitfield, K. C., Mengkheang, K., Topazian, M. D., & Fischer, P. R. (2017, April 24). No camphor toxicity in Cambodian infants. Global Pediatric Health, 4 https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=ce703715-4c11-472c-9270-daac87b7be05&type=displayMosquito bites : Menthol may treat and repel these bug bites (but using a physical repellant, like bed nets, alongside menthol is best). Higashi Y, et al. (2010). Efficacy and safety profile of a topical methyl salicylate and menthol patch in adult patients with mild to moderate muscle strain: A randomized, double-blind, parallel-group, placebo-controlled, multicenter study. DOI:

You will feel a heat-like sensation in the area where the balm is applied, as the active ingredients encourage blood flow in the area to support pain relief, muscle relaxation, and healing. How does Tiger Balm Help with arthritis pain? Millqvist E, et al. (2013). Inhalation of menthol reduces capsaicin cough sensitivity and influences inspiratory flows in chronic cough. DOI: Kotaka, T., Kimura, S., Kashiwayanagi, M., & Iwamoto, J. (2014, December). Camphor induces cold and warm sensations with increases in skin and muscle blood flow in human. Biological Pharmacy Bulletin, 37(12), 1913–1918Millqvist, E., Ternesten-Hasséus, E., & Bende, M. (2013, March). Inhalation of menthol reduces capsaicin cough sensitivity and influences inspiratory flows in chronic cough. Respiratory Medicine, 107(3), 433–438

Tension headaches are not life threatening, though if you think you suffer from chronic tension headaches, you should speak to a healthcare professional. Kotaka T, et al. (2014). Camphor induces cold and warm sensations with increases in skin and muscle blood flow in human. DOI:

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Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. The penetrating heat from our ointments helps open up blood vessels and increase circulation to assist in the recovery of any damaged tissues, leaving you feeling reenergized with no more muscle stiffness or joint pains. Where can I get Tiger Balm Ultra? Tiger Balm adhesive patches may be the most useful for muscle pains and strains, as a patch steadily releases the active ingredients over a prolonged period.

A 2012 study that included 2,679 people with osteoarthritic knee joint pain found that 352 of the participants used rubs, such as Tiger Balm, to reduce the pain.Twelve hours after applying their patches, the participants experienced, on average, a 40 percent reduction in pain, compared to the 103 control subjects who used placebo patches. Other ingredients in Tiger Balm, such methyl salicylate, act as analgesics and numb the skin, which may reduce stiffness and aches. Cinnamomum cassia oil provides anti-inflammatory effects. It may soothe arthritis and other inflammatory pain. Tiger Balm is not intended to treat underlying medical conditions, nor is it meant for long-term use.

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