benzoin sumatra + storax: clinical use

Prescribing considerations

• The selected eMC product is marked discontinued; verify the exact preparation and current availability.
• External use only. Account for ethanol content, flammability and accidental-ingestion risk.
• For inhalation, balance limited symptomatic intent against the scald risk from hot water.
• The inhalation route is unsuitable for infants under 3 months.

Contraindications and cautions

• Known hypersensitivity to Sumatra benzoin or storax.
• Do not use as an inhalant in children under 3 months.

Monitoring

• No routine laboratory monitoring is described.
• Review persistent or worsening symptoms.
• Monitor exposed skin for irritation or allergic contact dermatitis and stop treatment if these occur.

Clinical pharmacology

Sumatra benzoin has aromatic inhalant, mild antiseptic and protective properties; storax contributes mild antiseptic activity. Pharmacokinetic information is unavailable.

Formulation and product differences

• The selected product is a dark-brown, ethanol-containing tincture with aloes and purified water, supplied in a glass bottle.
• No other selected formulation is represented on this page.