Peru balsam
Perubalsam is a dark brown, liquid balsam obtained by smoking the bark of the balsam trees (Myroxylon balsamum var. pereirae) after the end of the rainy season. Peru Balsam is used for the production of medicine.
Despite serious safety concerns, Peru balsam is used to treat cancer, to increase urine production and to eliminate worms from the intestines. Peru Balsam is sometimes applied directly to the skin for infected and poorly healing wounds, burns, pressure sores, chilblains, leg ulcers caused by poor circulation, bruising, hemorrhoids, anal itching, diaper rash, skin irritation caused by friction or perspiration, and bleeding. In industrial production, Peru Balsam is added to perfume, soap and cosmetics as a fragrance. It also helps to prevent perfume from evaporating too quickly. Peru Balsam is also used in toothpaste and toothpowder. Peru Balsam is used as a flavoring agent in foods.
How does Peru Balsam work?
PeruBalsam may help prevent the growth of bacteria and kill mites that cause scabies. It may also promote the growth of skin cells.
How effective is Peru Balm?
There is not enough scientific data to make a statement about the effectiveness of Peru Balsam taken orally for cancer, water retention and intestinal worms, and applied to the skin for wounds, burns, leg ulcers and pressure sores.
Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of Peru Balsam in these applications.
Safety and side effects
It is not safe to take Peru Balsam orally, as Peru Balsam can damage the kidneys.
Applying Peru Balsam to the skin for a period shorter than one week appears to be safe and harmless. However, Peru Balsam may cause allergic skin reactions. It may also increase the skin's sensitivity to sunlight, so fair-skinned people in particular should use sun protection.
Precautions and warnings
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Not enough is known about the use of Peru Balsam during pregnancy. For this reason, pregnant women should avoid using Peru Balsam. If you are breastfeeding, it may not be safe to apply Peru Balsam to the skin. If Peru Balsam comes into contact with the nipples, this could lead to poisoning of the breastfed child.
Kidney disease: Peru Balsam could cause kidney damage and aggravate existing kidney conditions. For this reason, Peru Balsam should not be used if you suffer from kidney problems.
Interactions
At this time, there is no information on interactions of Peru Balsam with medications or supplements.
Dosage
An appropriate dosage of Peru Balsam depends on various factors such as age, state of health and others. At this time, there is insufficient scientific data to make a statement about appropriate dosage ranges for Peru Balsam. For this reason, you should follow the dosage instructions on the label and/or consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.