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Medicines eucalyptus oil + menthol + thyme oilQuestion & answer

eucalyptus oil + menthol + thyme oil · Medicine question

Can it be put inside the nostrils?

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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Answer

Menthol-containing ointment must not be applied to an infant’s nostrils.

Sources for this answer

Snufflebabe Vapour Rubemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 6

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