Tincture of benzoin is a pungent solution of benzoin resin in ethanol. A similar preparation called Friar’s Balsam or Compound Benzoin Tincture contains, in addition, Cape aloes or Barbados aloes and storax resin.

Discontinued. The pharmaceutical company has decided to discontinue this product. Other preparations of this medicine may still be available. This information has been left on emc for reference purposes.

Tincture of benzoin can only be removed with rubbing alcohol…

Like all medicines Friars’ Balsam can have side effects, although these don’t affect everyone. Possible side effects are: • Allergic skin reactions, such as itching, rashes or eczema may occur. Frequent application to the skin may cause dryness and irritation.

Phlegm is easier to cough up if it has been thinned, using a mucolytic agent such as carbocysteine. Remedies such as inhaled friar’s balsam or Olbas Oil – used in combination with hot steaming water – help to bring about short-term relief.

The main disadvantage of skin adhesives is that they may peel off, especially if they become wet. Application of friar’s balsam at the wound margin may help skin tapes adhere to the skin.

Care + Friars’ Balsam can also be used as a mild antiseptic for abrasions and minor cuts.. 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.

People take benzoin by mouth for swelling (inflammation) of the throat and breathing passages. Some people apply it directly to the skin to kill germs, reduce swelling, and stop bleeding from small cuts. Benzoin is also used topically for skin ulcers, bedsores, and cracked skin.

Do not drink or swallow this product. Avoid contact in or around the eyes. If your condition does not improve in a few days, if it worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right away.

When taken by mouth: Benzoin is LIKELY SAFE when used in amounts found in foods. It is POSSIBLY UNSAFE when used in medicinal amounts. Taking compound benzoin tincture accidentally by mouth has caused stomach bleeding. When applied to the skin: Benzoin is POSSIBLY SAFE when applied to the skin in appropriate amounts.

Benzoin /ˈbɛnzoʊ. ɪn/ or benjamin (corrupted pronunciation) is a balsamic resin obtained from the bark of several species of trees in the genus Styrax. It is used in perfumes and some kinds of incense and as a flavoring and medicine (see tincture of benzoin).

Benzoin is burned for purification, astral projection, clears negative energy, emotional balance, eases sadness, depression, weariness, grief, anger, anxiety and to attract prosperity.

When a wound on a tree penetrates through the bark and into the sapwood, the tree secretes a resin. Myrrh gum, like frankincense, is such a resin. Myrrh gum is commonly harvested from the species Commiphora myrrha. Another commonly used name, Commiphora molmol, is now considered a synonym of Commiphora myrrha.

Carrie E. Whitmire. A bioassay of benzoin for possible carcinogenicity was conducted by incorporating the test chemical in diets of F344 rats, and B6C3F1 mice. Benzoin is used as a photopolymerization catalyst, chemical intermediate, and flavor ingredient.

* Breathing Benzaldehyde can irritate the nose and throat causing coughing and shortness of breath. * Contact can irritate the skin and eyes, and repeated exposure can cause a skin rash to develop. * Exposure can cause you to feel dizzy and lightheaded. Higher levels can cause seizures and passing out.

Benzoin is an extremely weak basic (essentially neutral) compound (based on its pKa). Benzoin is a bitter, medicinal, and vanilla. Benzoin is a potentially toxic compound.

Benzoin is typically sold as an absolute, but it is so thick it may be difficult for you to get it out of the bottle. If so, dilute it with a little alcohol, such as vodka, or dissolve it in warm vegetable oil so it is easier to pour.

It can take quite a while before fully dissolving, but Benzoin resin is water soluble (hot water works best for this purpose), and it will even dissolve (very slowly) in oil with prolonged exposure to heat.

As benzoin resin contains little water you can make a tincture using 180 proof alcohol at a 1:1 ratio. Simply grind the resin to a powder and weigh it. Add equal amounts of 95-96% organic, non denatured ethanol.