calendula ointment

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-001345",
  "term": "calendula ointment",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definitions": [
    "A substance made from the flower of the marigold plant Calendula officinalis. Calendula-based skin products have been used to treat minor cuts, burns, and skin irritation. The products that are available in the United States may not contain the same amount or mixture of ingredients and may not be effective. Another product, Calendula ointment, is being studied in France in the prevention of dermatitis in patients having radiation therapy for breast cancer. The ointment being studied is not available in the United States.",
    "An ointment containing the flowers of the marigold plan, Calendula officinalis, with potential skin protective and healing activities. Upon topical administration, Calendula ointment may provide a protective skin barrier, and may promote healing of damaged or irritated skin."
  ],
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms",
    "National Cancer Institute Thesaurus"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/calendula-ointment/"
}