Lemon Oil
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 11, 2024.
Excipient (pharmacologically inactive substance)
What is it?
Lemon oil is a volatile oil expressed from the fresh peel of the lemon, Citrus limonum (family Rutaceae). It is classified as an aromatic oil used for flavoring pharmaceuticals, foods, beverages, liqueurs and in perfumes. Lemon oil can also be used in household cleaning products such as furniture polish. Lemon oils is also widely used in lotions, shampoos, sunscreens, and other personal cosmetic items.[1][2]
Some examples of medications containing Lemon Oil
- Prednisolone Sodium Phosphate (Orally Disintegrating) 15 mg (base)
- Prednisolone Sodium Phosphate (Orally Disintegrating) 30 mg (base)
- Prednisolone Sodium Phosphate (Orally Disintegrating) 10 mg (base)
- TriCare DHA One prenatal multivitamins with folic acid 1 mg and docusate sodium 25 mg
- TriCare DHA One prenatal multivitamins with folic acid 1 mg and docusate sodium 25 mg
References
- Drugs.com. Lemon Oil. http://www.drugs.com/dict/oil-of-lemon.html
- Environmental Working Group. Carrageenan. Accessed 2/20/2015. http://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ingredient/726404/CITRUS_MEDICA_LIMONUM_%28LEMON%29_OIL/
Further information
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