Background
Juniper tar, obtained by distillation of Juniperus oxycedrus, is used in eczema and psoriatic medications and perfumes. It is a dark brown liquid used for its gin-like flavor. The chief component is cadinene.
SynonymsJuniper tar
Oil of cade
Empyreumatic oil of juniper
Oil of juniper tar
Haarlem oil
Harlem oil
Tilly drops
Holland balsam
Silver drops
Silver balsam
Kaparlem
Caparlem
UsesFlavors
Perfumes
Topical medications (pharmaceuticals)
Cross-ReactionsUnusual Reactions
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Referenties
| 1. |
Rothe, A., A. Heine, and E. Rebohle, Oil
from juniper berries as an occupational allergen for the skin
and respiratory tract. Berufsdermatosen, 1973. 21: p. 11-16. |
| 2. |
Mathias, C.G., H.I. Maibach, and J.C.
Mitchell, Plant dermatitis--patch test results (1975-78). Note
on Juniperus extract. Contact Dermatitis, 1979. 5(5): p. 336. |
Author(s):Allergology: background information on allergens.
ICD10: L23.9