| Scientific: | Gaultheria procumbens |
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| Other: | Wintergreen |
| Family: | Ericaceae |
Musculoskeletal
• rheumatic pains
• arthritis
• myalgia
• headaches
• sciatica
• strains
• sprains
Gastrointestinal
• dyspepsia with colic and flatulence
Urinary
• urinary tract infections (UTI)
• urethritis
• prostatitis
• Antirheumatic
• Rubefacient
• Antiinflammatory
• Anodyne
• Antiseptic
• Diuretic
• Carminative
• Salicylic Acid
• Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen)
• Tannins
• Volatile Oil
• Resins
" Oil of Wintergreen " used primarily in topical preparations (e.g. creams, liniments). See safety.
Caution: Salicylate sensitivity.
Toxicity: Less than a tsp of the essential oil may be fatal. One death reported from absorption of salicyclates through topical application.
Regulation: In Canada only topical products are allowed to contain wintergreen, unless used in small amounts as a flavouring.
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