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Eucalyptus leaf is LIKELY SAFE when consumed in the small amounts found in foods. There isn't enough information to know if supplements that contain larger amounts of eucalyptus leaf are safe when taken by mouth.
Eucalyptol, a chemical that is found in eucalyptus oil, is POSSIBLY SAFE when taken by mouth for up to 12 weeks.
Eucalyptus oil is POSSIBLY UNSAFE when applied directly to the skin without being diluted. In can cause serious problems with the nervous system. There is not enough information to know if it is safe to apply diluted eucalyptus oil to the skin.
Eucalyptus oil is LIKELY UNSAFE when it is taken by mouth without first being diluted. Taking 3.5 mL of undiluted oil can be fatal. Signs of eucalyptus poisoning might include stomach pain and burning, dizziness, muscle weakness, small eye pupils, feelings of suffocation, and some others. Eucalyptus oil can also cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Eucalyptus is
LIKELY SAFE for pregnant and breast-feeding women when consumed in food amounts. But don't use eucalyptus oil. Not enough is known about safety during pregnancy or breast-feeding.
Children: Eucalyptus oil is
LIKELY UNSAFE for children when taken by mouth, applied to the skin, or inhaled. While some research shows that diluted eucalyptus oil may be safe to use as a shampoo to treat lice, there are reports of seizures and other nervous system side effects in infants and children exposed to eucalyptus oil. Infants and children should not use eucalyptus oil due to the serious potential side effects. Not much is known about the safety of using eucalyptus leaves in children. It's best to avoid use in amounts larger than food amounts.
Cross-allergenicity: Eucalyptus oil and tea tree oil contain many of the same compounds. People who are allergic to eucalyptus oil might also be allergic to tea tree oil or other essential oils.
Diabetes: Early research suggests eucalyptus leaf might lower blood sugar. There is concern that using eucalyptus while taking medications for diabetes might lower blood sugar too much. Blood sugar levels should be monitored closely.
Surgery: Since eucalyptus might affect blood sugar levels, there is concern that it might make blood sugar control difficult during and after surgery. Stop using eucalyptus at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
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