WHITE

LINIMENT

Ayra Jasmine G. Arnedo

Laira Asuncion

BS Pharmacy 2B
LINIMENT
 Are solutions or mixtures of various
substances in oil, alcoholic solutions of
soaps, or emulsions and may contain
suitable antimicrobial preservatives.
 These preparations that may be liquid or
semi-liquid are intended for external
application and should be so labeled
LINIMENT
 They are rubbed onto the affected area;
because of this, they were once called
embrocation. They are applied with
friction and rubbing of the skin, the oil or
soap base providing for ease of application
and massage
LINIMENTS
 Only suitable for external use

 Thatare emulsion or that contain insoluble

matter must be shaken thoroughly before
use
 WHITE LINIMENT
Synonyms: white embrocation , linimentum album
Use of preparation: Rubefacient
 FORMULATION
Ingredients quantity Physical prescription Use in formula
Terpentile oil 15ml is a yellowish, sticky, Active ingredient
opaque mass and the
distillate is a colorless,
volatile liquid with a
characteristic odor
Oleic acid 5.1ml  odorless, colorless oil Active ingredient
Dilute 2.7ml Colorless liquid solution Alkanizing agent
ammonia
chloride
Ammonia 0.75g  a white, odorless solid. Acidifying agent
cloride
Purified water 60 ml  a white, odorless solid. solvent
qs, ad.
WHAT IS THE METHOD OF THE
PREPARATION
COMPOUNDING PROCEDURES:
 Measure the ingredients accurately
 Prepare dilute ammonia solution
 Mix oleic acid with turpentile oil
 Dilute ammonia solution with warm water
 Add to the oily solution
 Separately dissolve ammonium chloride in
the remaining water
 Place in an appropriate container
 Label
WHAT WHITE LINIMENT IS AND WHAT
IT IS USED FOR
 White Liniment is a rubefacient, which is
a substance that warms the skin. It is used
for the relief of sciatica, sprains, lumbago
and rheumatic pains. The active ingredient
in this product is turpentine oil
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU USE
WHITE LINIMENT DO NOT USE:
 if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to turpentine oil or
any of the other ingredients listed

 Take special care when using this product:  avoid

contact with the eyes, inflamed or broken skin and
other sensitive areas

 Pregnancy and breast-feeding

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice
before using this medicine.
HOW DO YOU USE LINIMENTS
 Make sure your skin is clean and dry
before using or apply liniment. When you
using liniment, apply a thin layer to the
affected area and rub in gently until
completely absorbed. To use the liquid or
stick, uncap the applicator and press it
firmly on your skin to apply the
medication
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
 Tell a doctor straight away if you get any of the
following:
 Hypersensitivity or allergic reactions such as skin
rash, swelling of the face, lips or throat, difficulty
breathing.

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or

pharmacist.
HOW TO STORE WHITE LINIMENT
 Keep out of the sight and reach of
children.
 Store below 25°C.
 Do not use after the expiry date on
the carton. The expiry date refers to
the last day of that month.
WHAT WHITE LINIMENT LOOKS LIKE

White liniment is a white

emulsion with a characteristic
odour