- For oral administration and inhalation for colds (cough, runny nose, hoarseness)
- For external use for mild headaches, e.g., due to tension
- For external use for localized muscle pain after overexertion/improper strain
- For oral administration for mild spasmodic complaints in the gastrointestinal tract
Applications, Dosage, Consumption Recommendation
Instructions for administration / Dosage instructions, type and duration of use:
Always use Olbas drops exactly as instructed in this leaflet. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are not entirely sure.
Active ingredients:
Peppermint oil 480 mg
Cajuput oil, rectified 190 mg
Eucalyptus oil 190 mg
Excipients:
Juniper berry oil 30 mg
Wintergreen oil 20 mg
Dosage:
Adults and adolescents over 12 years:
Take 3 drops in a little lukewarm water 3 times a day. Not intended for use in children under 12 years of age.
Internal use for mild, spasmodic complaints of the gastrointestinal tract:
Adults from 18 years of age:
Take 3 drops in a little lukewarm water 3 times a day.
Not intended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years of age.
Inhalation for colds:
Adults and adolescents over 12 years:
Add 2 to 4 drops to a container with hot water and inhale the rising vapors.
The application can be repeated up to 3 times a day.
Not intended for use in children under 12 years of age.
External use for mild headaches:
Adults from 18 years of age:
Apply 2 to 3 drops to the forehead, temples or neck 3 times a day.
When applying to the forehead, Olbas drops must not accidentally get into the eyes. It causes an unpleasant burning sensation in the eyes.
Not intended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years of age.
External use for muscle pain:
Adults and adolescents over 12 years:
Gently apply 2 to 3 drops to the affected muscle areas 3 times a day.
Not intended for use in children under 12 years of age.
Also observe the precautions under point 2.
Duration of application:
The traditional duration of application for colds is 1 to 2 weeks.
The application for headaches and mild spasmodic complaints in the gastrointestinal tract is only intended for short-term use (2 to 3 days) for acute complaints.
If there is no improvement after external use for muscle pain after one week, you must consult a doctor. It is recommended not to use the medicine externally on the skin for longer than 2 weeks.
Also observe the precautions under point 2.
Attention!
Wash hands thoroughly after all applications so that Olbas is not accidentally rubbed into the eyes. It causes an unpleasant burning sensation in the eyes.
Storage instructions and shelf life:
Medicines should not be used after the expiry date.
Keep medicines out of the reach of children!
Shelf life after opening:
12 months