Copaiba oil, or copaiba balm, is a resinous product extracted from the trunk of the copaibeira tree, a tree of the Copaifera officinalis species, with anti-inflammatory, healing, analgesic and expectorant properties, being indicated to help heal wounds, coughs or to alleviate the symptoms of arthritis, for example. In addition, copaiba oil is also used in various anti-inflammatory and healing ointments and creams, as well as in lotions, anti-dandruff shampoo, oral care and acne products, soaps and products for intimate hygiene. Copaiba oil can be found in pharmacies or health food stores in the form of capsules or essential oil and its use should always be done with the guidance of a doctor or other health professional who has experience with the use of medicinal plants and natural products . Illustrative image number 2 what is it for Copaiba oil is rich in sesquiterpenes, such as beta-caryophyllene and beta-bisabolene, which are the active substances responsible for its healing, antiseptic, antibacterial, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, expectorant, analgesic, antirheumatic and antidiarrheal properties. The main indications of copaiba oil are: Healing and disinfection of wounds; Cough and bronchitis; Flu and colds; Diarrhea; Infection of the kidneys or urethra; cystitis; Skin problems like psoriasis or eczema; Gastritis; Helicobacter pylori infection; gastrointestinal ulcers; skin mycoses; Urticaria; Hemorrhoid; Rheumatoid arthritis; Tendinitis. Copaiba oil can also be used to fight infections that can be sexually transmitted, especially genital herpes and syphilis. In addition, some studies also indicate that copaiba oil has properties that have been shown to be effective in helping to treat different types of cancer and tuberculosis. However, further studies are still needed to confirm these properties. Learn more about the properties of copaiba. How to use Copaiba oil can be used in the form of essential oil or in capsules. The main ways to use copaiba oil are: Copaiba essential oil (for oral use): oral use of the oil should only be done under the guidance of a health professional, but it is generally advised to add 1 drop of copaiba essential oil to a glass of water, juice or a cup of tea, and drink it 1 time a day, to help with digestive and respiratory problems or to strengthen the immune system; Copaiba essential oil (for external use): mix 1 or 2 drops of copaiba essential oil with another vegetable oil, such as almond or coconut oil, and apply to the skin once a day; Copaiba essential oil (for inhalation): apply 3 to 4 drops of copaiba essential oil in the diffuser or vaporizer and inhale the steam, 1 time a day, to help improve respiratory problems such as asthma or bronchitis; Copaiba oil capsules: take 1 capsule of 250 mg of copaiba oil up to 2 times a day. The duration of treatment with copaiba oil depends on medical guidance and indication. possible side effects Copaiba oil is safe for most adults when taken by mouth or used on the skin at recommended doses. However, when consumed or used in excessive amounts, it can cause some side effects that include upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, tremor, sleeplessness, redness or itching of the skin. Who should not use Copaiba oil should not be used by children, pregnant or breastfeeding women. In addition, it should not be used without medical advice by people who have gastrointestinal disorders.