Tiger Balm White Ointment

Composition

Camphor 25% w/w, Menthol 8% w/w, Cajuput oil 7% w/w, Clove oil 1.5% w/w, Mint oil 6% w/w (typical Tiger Balm White formulation)

Uses of Tiger Balm White Ointment

Temporary relief of headache, nasal congestion (common cold), minor muscle aches and pains, backache, sprains and insect-bite itching

• •Relieves headache
• •Helps reduce nasal congestion
• •Soothes minor muscle and joint pains
• •Provides cooling-warming comfort
• •Helpful for sprains and insect-bite itching

How it works

It provides a counter-irritant and cooling-warming effect on the skin due to menthol and camphor, which helps distract from pain and reduces the sensation of aches. Essential oils provide mild local analgesic and decongestant effects when applied topically or inhaled from vapors.

Directions for use

For external use only. Apply a small amount to the affected area and gently massage 2–4 times daily. For headache, apply to temples/forehead; for nasal congestion, apply on chest/throat (do not apply inside nostrils). Wash hands after use; avoid eyes, mouth and broken/irritated skin.

Side effects

Common side effects of Tiger Balm White Ointment may include:

• •Skin irritation
• •redness
• •burning or stinging sensation
• •itching