BHI TRAUMEEL OINTMENT
last updated: 05/01/06 brand: BHI by Heel Inc.
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Given the incomplete information made available by companies and the government, EWG provides additional information on personal care product ingredients from the published scientific literature. The chart below indicates that research studies have found that exposure to one or more ingredients in this product -- not the product itself -- caused the indicated health effect(s) in the studies reviewed by Skin Deep researchers. Actual health risks, if any, will vary based on the level of exposure to the ingredient and individual susceptibility -- information not available in Skin Deep.
Ingredients in this product are linked to: | |
 | Cancer |
| Developmental/reproductive toxicity |
| Violations, restrictions & warnings |
| Allergies/immunotoxicity |
| Other concerns for ingredients used in this product: Neurotoxicity, Persistence and bioaccumulation, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Multiple, additive exposure sources, Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Enhanced skin absorption, Contamination concerns, Occupational hazards, Biochemical or cellular level changes |
Ingredients from packaging: ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: EACH 100 G OF OINTMENT CONTAINS: CALENDULA OFFICINALIS 1X, HAMAMELIS VIRGIANA 1X, ARNICA MONTANA RADIX 3X 1.50 G EACH; ACONITUM NAPELLUS 3X, BELLADONNA 3X 1.00 G EACH; BELLIS PERENNIS 1X, CHAMOMILLA 1X, ECHINACEA ANGUSTIFOLIA 1X, ECHINACEA PURPUREA 1X 0.50 G EACH; MILLEFOLIUM 1X 0.30 G; HEPAR SULPHURIS CALCAREUM 8X 0.25 G; MERCURIUS SOLUBILIS 8X 0.12 G; SYMPHYTUM OFFICINALE 4X 0.10 G; HYPERICUM PERFORATUM 6X 0.09 G. INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: PURIFIED WATER, PARAFFIN, WHITE PETROLATUM, ETHANOL AND CETYLSTEARYL ALCOHOL.
Directions from packaging: Adults, children and infants: Apply ointment generously to affected areas 2 to 3 times daily, or mor often if necessary, by rubbing gently into the skin. If appropriate, mild compression or occlusive bandaging may be applied.
Warnings from packaging: Traumeel should not be administered for pain for more than 10 days for adults or 5 days for children unless directed by a physician. If pain persists or worsens, if new symptoms occur, or if redness or swelling is present, the patient should consult a physician because these could be signs of a serious condition. Traumeel should not be administered to children for the pain of arthritis unless directed by a physician. In cases of pregnancy or suspected pregnancy, a physician should be consulted before administering Traumeel. Traumeel should be administered with caution to nursing mothers. Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to Traumeel or any of its ingredients. In rare cases, allergic skin reactions may develop. Do not use if inner protective seal under cap is broken. For external use only. Do not apply over large areas of the body, over broken skin, or directlyinto open wounds. Store at controlled room temperature. Keep this and all medicines out of the reach of children.
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ingredients
| score | data gap | concerns | |
| MERCURY MERCURIUS SOLUBILIS 8X 0.12 G | 10 | 49% | Cancer, Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Violations, restrictions & warnings, Neurotoxicity, Endocrine disruption, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Persistence and bioaccumulation, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Occupational hazards, Biochemical or cellular level changes |
| ETHANOL | 5 | 72% | Cancer, Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Multiple, additive exposure sources, Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Enhanced skin absorption, Occupational hazards |
| PARAFFIN | 1 | 79% | Occupational hazards |
| WHITE PETROLATUM | 1 | 92% | Contamination concerns (PAHS) |
| HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA (WITCH HAZEL) HAMAMELIS VIRGIANA 1X | 1 | 97% | none identified |
| SYMPHYTUM OFFICINALE (COMFREY) SYMPHYTUM OFFICINALE 4X 0.10 G | 1 | 95% | Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) |
| CALENDULA OFFICINALIS (POT MARIGOLD) FLOWER OIL CALENDULA OFFICINALIS 1X | 1 | 94% | Multiple, additive exposure sources |
| CETEARYL ALCOHOL CETYLSTEARYL ALCOHOL | 0 | 93% | none identified |
| BELLADONNA | 1 | 89% | Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) |
| ACONITUM NAPELLUS (EUROPEAN MONKSHOOD) ACONITUM NAPELLUS 3X | 0 | 100% | none identified |
| ARNICA MONTANA RADIX | 0 | 100% | none identified |
| BELLIS PERENNIS (DAISY) BELLIS PERENNIS 1X | 0 | 100% | none identified |
| CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA (MATRICARIA) CHAMOMILLA 1X | 0 | 100% | none identified |
| ECHINACEA ANGUSTIFOLIA (CONEFLOWER) ECHINACEA ANGUSTIFOLIA 1X | 0 | 100% | none identified |
| ECHINACEA PURPUREA (PURPLE CONEFLOWER) ECHINACEA PURPUREA 1X 0.50 G EACH | 0 | 100% | none identified |
| HEPAR SULPHURIS CALCAREUM | 0 | 100% | none identified |
| HYPERICUM PERFORATUM (ST. JOHN'S WORT) HYPERICUM PERFORATUM 6X 0.09 G | 0 | 100% | none identified |
| ACHILLEA MILLEFOLIUM (COMMON YARROW) MILLEFOLIUM 1X 0.30 G | 0 | 100% | none identified |
| WATER (PURIFIED) | 0 | 0% | innocuous |
Cancer*
*This table includes all possible cancer concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more in vitro tests non-mammalian cells show positive mutation results | HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA (WITCH HAZEL) | |
| One or more animal studies show tumor formation at moderate doses | PARAFFIN | |
| Cancer - limited evidence | ETHANOL | |
| Cancer - not classifiable/not likely to be human carcinogen | MERCURY |
Developmental/reproductive toxicity*
*This table includes all possible developmental/reproductive toxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Limited evidence of reproductive toxicity | ETHANOL | |
| Possible human developmental toxicant | MERCURY |
Violations, restrictions & warnings*
*This table includes all possible violations, restrictions & warnings concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Restricted in cosmetics (recommendations or requirements) - use, concentration, or manufacturing restrictions - Use is restricted in Canadian cosmetics | MERCURY, MERCURY, MERCURY | |
| Violation of government restrictions - Banned or found unsafe for use in cosmetics | MERCURY |
Neurotoxicity*
*This table includes all possible neurotoxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| nervous system - weight of evidence unknown/unassessed/unreview: published lit review or major tox study | ETHANOL | |
| Strong evidence of human neurotoxicity | MERCURY |
Endocrine disruption*
*This table includes all possible endocrine disruption concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show endocrine system disruption at high doses | ETHANOL | |
| Limited evidence of endocrine disruption | MERCURY |
Allergies/immunotoxicity*
*This table includes all possible allergies/immunotoxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Human skin toxicant - strong evidence | MERCURY |
Persistence and bioaccumulation*
*This table includes all possible persistence and bioaccumulation concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Persistent, bioaccumulative in wildlife and humans | MERCURY |
Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)*
*This table includes all possible organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Limited evidence of gastrointestinal or liver toxicity | ETHANOL | |
| One or more animal studies show broad systemic effects at very low doses | BELLADONNA | |
| Limited evidence of any toxicity | SYMPHYTUM OFFICINALE (COMFREY) | |
| Known human respiratory toxicant | MERCURY |
Multiple, additive exposure sources*
*This table includes all possible multiple, additive exposure sources concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Designated as safe for general or specific, limited use in food | WHITE PETROLATUM, PARAFFIN, ETHANOL | |
| Used in food or as an additive with limited or no toxicity information available | ETHANOL, CALENDULA OFFICINALIS (POT MARIGOLD) FLOWER OIL |
Ecotoxicology*
*This table includes all possible ecotoxicology concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Wildlife and environmental toxicity | MERCURY |
Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)*
*This table includes all possible irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show skin irritation at moderate doses | PARAFFIN | |
| One or more animal studies show skin irritation at low doses | ETHANOL |
Data gaps*
*This table includes all possible data gaps concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Insufficient data to determine safety | MERCURY | |
| Risk assessment method deficiencies and data gaps - Maximum reported "as used" concentration is basis of safety assessment by industry safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review, CIR) - implicit safe concentration limit in product | PARAFFIN, CETEARYL ALCOHOL | |
| Not assessed for safety in cosmetics by industry panel | SYMPHYTUM OFFICINALE (COMFREY), ACHILLEA MILLEFOLIUM (COMMON YARROW), WHITE PETROLATUM, MERCURY, HYPERICUM PERFORATUM (ST. JOHN'S WORT), HEPAR SULPHURIS CALCAREUM, HAMAMELIS VIRGINIANA (WITCH HAZEL), ETHANOL, ECHINACEA PURPUREA (PURPLE CONEFLOWER), ECHINACEA ANGUSTIFOLIA (CONEFLOWER), CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA (MATRICARIA), CALENDULA OFFICINALIS (POT MARIGOLD) FLOWER OIL, BELLIS PERENNIS (DAISY), BELLADONNA, ARNICA MONTANA RADIX, ACONITUM NAPELLUS (EUROPEAN MONKSHOOD) |
Occupational hazards*
*This table includes all possible occupational hazards concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Allowed workplace exposures restricted to high doses | ETHANOL | |
| Allowed workplace exposures restricted to very low doses | MERCURY | |
| Allowed workplace exposures restricted to low doses | PARAFFIN |
Biochemical or cellular level changes*
*This table includes all possible biochemical or cellular level changes concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show biochemical changes at high doses where the human health implications are not yet well understood | ETHANOL | |
| Cancer - moderate evidence - immune system | MERCURY |
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