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Liquid for application on the skin and for gargling
Developed over 80 years ago by the well-known Appenzell naturopath August Diethelm and widely known, WIEWOHL from the Appenzell region is a well-established herbal medicinal product. WIEWOHL contains four essential medicinal plant oils, which are obtained from carefully selected fresh plants.
WIEWOHL is used externally for rubbing in cases of rheumatism, sciatica, lumbago, nerve inflammation, headaches, toothache, and insect bites. WIEWOHL is used for gargling in cases of cough and catarrh.
1 ml liquid (approx. 30 drops) of WIEWOHL contains: Menthae piperitae aetheroleum 0.75 ml, Eucalypti aetheroleum 80 μl, Juniperi aetheroleum 50 μl, Salviae aetheroleum 50 μl. Contains 7% v/v alcohol.
Keep out of reach of children. Store at room temperature (15 – 25°C).
WIEWOHL is used externally for rubbing in cases of rheumatism, sciatica, lumbago, nerve inflammation, headaches, toothache, and insect bites.
WIEWOHL is used internally for gargling in cases of cough and catarrh.
| What is WIEWOHL and when is it used? | WIEWOHL is a herbal medicinal product composed of four essential therapeutic plant oils. Traditionally, the essential oils in WIEWOHL are attributed with pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties. WIEWOHL is used externally for rubbing in cases of rheumatism, sciatica, lumbago, nerve inflammation, headaches, toothache, and insect bites. WIEWOHL is used for gargling in cases of cough and catarrh. |
| What should be considered? | For cough and catarrh: If symptoms worsen or if shortness of breath, high fever, or purulent sputum occur, a doctor should be consulted. For external use by rubbing: If persistent or increased redness, swelling, or pain occurs, a doctor should be consulted. |
| When should WIEWOHL not be used or used with caution? | This medicinal product contains four essential oils whose components—benzyl alcohol, citral, citronellol, eugenol, d-limonene, geraniol, isoeugenol, and linalool—can trigger allergic reactions. WIEWOHL contains approximately 53 mg of alcohol (ethanol) per 1 ml (30 drops), corresponding to 7% V/V. On damaged skin, it may cause a burning sensation.
Patients with bronchial asthma or known respiratory hypersensitivity should only use WIEWOHL after consulting a doctor. Patients with impaired kidney function should only use WIEWOHL for a short period and not over large areas.
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| Can WIEWOHL be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding? | During pregnancy and breastfeeding, WIEWOHL should not be used, except for short-term, small-area applications and only under a doctor’s prescription. |
| How do you use WIEWOHL? | External use for rubbing Adults and adolescents from 12 years: Apply 10–30 drops to the affected area and rub in by hand 1–6 times daily, depending on the severity of the condition. Children 4–11 years: Use half of the adult dose. Children under 4 years: External rubbing is not recommended. Infants under 2.5 years: WIEWOHL must not be used externally. After application, wash hands thoroughly to prevent accidental contact with sensitive areas such as mucous membranes, open wounds, or eyes. Gargling for cough and catarrh Adults and adolescents from 12 years: Dissolve 2–5 drops in lukewarm water and gargle 3–5 times daily. Children under 12 years: There is insufficient experience using WIEWOHL as a gargle for children under 12. Therefore, WIEWOHL should not be used for gargling in this age group. Follow the dosage instructions in the package leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor. If you feel the medicine is too weak or too strong, consult your doctor, pharmacist, or druggist. |
| What side effects can WIEWOHL cause? | Allergic reactions such as skin inflammation or itching may occasionally occur. In such cases, you should stop using the product. If your skin is damaged, WIEWOHL may cause a burning sensation (due to its alcohol content). If you notice any side effects, please contact your doctor, pharmacist or chemist. This applies in particular to side effects not listed in this leaflet. |
| What else should be observed? | Shelf life The medicinal product may only be used until the date indicated on the container with «EXP». Storage instructions Store at room temperature (15–25 °C). Keep out of reach of children. Disposal instructions Do not dispose of medicinal products in wastewater or household waste. Expired or no longer required medicinal products from households can be returned to pharmacies or collection points. These measures contribute to the protection of the environment. Further information Further information is provided by your doctor, pharmacist, or druggist. |
| What does WIEWOHL include? | 1 ml (approx. 30 drops) of liquid contains: Active ingredients Peppermint oil (Mentha × piperita L., aetheroleum) 0.75 ml, Eucalyptus oil (Eucalyptus globulus Labill., aetheroleum) 80 µl, Juniper oil (Juniperus communis L., aetheroleum) 50 µl, Sage oil (Salvia officinalis L., aetheroleum) 50 µl. Excipients Ethanol. The medicinal product contains 7% alcohol by volume. |
| Where can you buy WIEWOHL? What pack sizes are available? | Available in pharmacies and chemists, without a prescription. Dropper bottles of 25 ml and 50 ml. |
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Ingredients and quality aspects
1 ml liquid (approx. 30 drops) of WIEWOHL contains: Menthae piperitae aetheroleum 0.75 ml, Eucalypti aetheroleum 80 μl, Juniperi aetheroleum 50 μl, Salviae aetheroleum 50 μl. Contains 7% v/v alcohol.
Keep out of reach of children. Store at room temperature (15 – 25°C). -
Usage
WIEWOHL is used externally for rubbing in cases of rheumatism, sciatica, lumbago, nerve inflammation, headaches, toothache, and insect bites.
WIEWOHL is used internally for gargling in cases of cough and catarrh. -
Questions and answers
What is WIEWOHL and when is it used? WIEWOHL is a herbal medicinal product composed of four essential therapeutic plant oils. Traditionally, the essential oils in WIEWOHL are attributed with pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties. WIEWOHL is used externally for rubbing in cases of rheumatism, sciatica, lumbago, nerve inflammation, headaches, toothache, and insect bites. WIEWOHL is used for gargling in cases of cough and catarrh.
What should be considered? For cough and catarrh: If symptoms worsen or if shortness of breath, high fever, or purulent sputum occur, a doctor should be consulted. For external use by rubbing: If persistent or increased redness, swelling, or pain occurs, a doctor should be consulted.
When should WIEWOHL not be used or used with caution? This medicinal product contains four essential oils whose components—benzyl alcohol, citral, citronellol, eugenol, d-limonene, geraniol, isoeugenol, and linalool—can trigger allergic reactions. WIEWOHL contains approximately 53 mg of alcohol (ethanol) per 1 ml (30 drops), corresponding to 7% V/V. On damaged skin, it may cause a burning sensation.
WIEWOHL must not be used in the following cases:- Infants under 2.5 years, due to the peppermint and eucalyptus oils and the associated risk of laryngeal spasm or severe breathing difficulties.
- Children under 4 years: external rubbing is not recommended.
- Children under 12 years: should not be used for gargling.
- Children with a history of seizures (febrile convulsions, epilepsy).
- Known hypersensitivity or allergy to essential oils or to one or more of the active or excipient ingredients.
- On open wounds, irritated or damaged skin, or near the eyes.
Patients with bronchial asthma or known respiratory hypersensitivity should only use WIEWOHL after consulting a doctor. Patients with impaired kidney function should only use WIEWOHL for a short period and not over large areas.
Inform your doctor, pharmacist, or druggist if you:- Have other illnesses,
- Have allergies, or
- Are taking or using other medicines (including over-the-counter products).
Can WIEWOHL be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding? During pregnancy and breastfeeding, WIEWOHL should not be used, except for short-term, small-area applications and only under a doctor’s prescription.
How do you use WIEWOHL? External use for rubbing
Adults and adolescents from 12 years: Apply 10–30 drops to the affected area and rub in by hand 1–6 times daily, depending on the severity of the condition.
Children 4–11 years: Use half of the adult dose.
Children under 4 years: External rubbing is not recommended.
Infants under 2.5 years: WIEWOHL must not be used externally.
After application, wash hands thoroughly to prevent accidental contact with sensitive areas such as mucous membranes, open wounds, or eyes.
Gargling for cough and catarrh
Adults and adolescents from 12 years: Dissolve 2–5 drops in lukewarm water and gargle 3–5 times daily.
Children under 12 years: There is insufficient experience using WIEWOHL as a gargle for children under 12. Therefore, WIEWOHL should not be used for gargling in this age group.
Follow the dosage instructions in the package leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor. If you feel the medicine is too weak or too strong, consult your doctor, pharmacist, or druggist.
What side effects can WIEWOHL cause? Allergic reactions such as skin inflammation or itching may occasionally occur. In such cases, you should stop using the product. If your skin is damaged, WIEWOHL may cause a burning sensation (due to its alcohol content). If you notice any side effects, please contact your doctor, pharmacist or chemist. This applies in particular to side effects not listed in this leaflet.
What else should be observed? Shelf life
The medicinal product may only be used until the date indicated on the container with «EXP».
Storage instructions
Store at room temperature (15–25 °C). Keep out of reach of children.
Disposal instructions
Do not dispose of medicinal products in wastewater or household waste. Expired or no longer required medicinal products from households can be returned to pharmacies or collection points. These measures contribute to the protection of the environment.
Further information
Further information is provided by your doctor, pharmacist, or druggist.
What does WIEWOHL include? 1 ml (approx. 30 drops) of liquid contains:
Active ingredients
Peppermint oil (Mentha × piperita L., aetheroleum) 0.75 ml,
Eucalyptus oil (Eucalyptus globulus Labill., aetheroleum) 80 µl,
Juniper oil (Juniperus communis L., aetheroleum) 50 µl,
Sage oil (Salvia officinalis L., aetheroleum) 50 µl.
Excipients
Ethanol.
The medicinal product contains 7% alcohol by volume.
Where can you buy WIEWOHL? What pack sizes are available? Available in pharmacies and chemists, without a prescription. Dropper bottles of 25 ml and 50 ml.
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