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Care+ Friars' Balsam

  • Relief from colds
  • Inhale the vapour
  • Also acts as a mild antiseptic dressing to the skin
£3.37
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  • Relief from colds
  • Inhale the vapour
  • Also acts as a mild antiseptic dressing to the skin
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Product Information
Friars' Balsam contains benzoin which acts as a decongestant for the relief of cold symptoms. It also has antiseptic properties.
Description
Care + Friars' Balsam is an inhalant oil, formulated for the symptomatic relief of colds and chesty coughs. It is inhaled through a steam vapour and clears catarrh and blocked sinuses to help you breathe easier.Care + Friars' Balsam can also be used as a mild antiseptic for abrasions and minor cuts..
Usage
Adults, the elderly and children over 3 months: add one 5ml spoonful to 568ml (1 pint) of hot (not boiling) water and inhale the vapour. Repeat every 4 hours if required. Not suitable for children under 3 months as an inhalant. As an antiseptic apply to the skin. Adults, the elderly and children: apply undiluted to the affected area twice a day.
Ingredients
Active ingredients: Prepared Storax 10% w/v, Benzoin Sumatra 10% w/v. Also contains: Aloes, Ethanol and Purified Water
Suitable For
Suitable For adults, the elderly and children over 3 months of age.
Cautions/Allergies
Highly flammable. Keep away from naked flames. See leaflet for further precautions. For external use only. Keep out of reach and sight of children.
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