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Tea Tree Oil
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Definition
: Essential oil extracted from Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree). It is used as a topical antimicrobial due to the presence of terpineol.
Pharmacological Action
Anti-Infective Agents, Local
Other names
Oil, Tea Tree; Oil, Melaleuca alternifolia; Melaleuca alternifolia Oil
Substance
CAS Registry & name
Categories
Source
Drugs
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1,2,4-
trihydroxymenthane
0
Menthol/*analogs & derivatives
Allergens
Tea Tree Oil.
Pharmazie 2000 Feb;55(2):153-4