During the mosquito breeding season, especially the rainy season, dengue fever season, etc., the application of measures to repel mosquitoes and protect from mosquito bites is very important to protect health. Mosquito incense is now widely used to repel mosquitoes and other insects.
Mosquito incense or mosquito incense was invented in 1890 by Eiichiro Ueyama, a Japanese. Ueyama was a pharmacist who sought to create an effective method to keep mosquitoes out of his drug store.
He combined chrysanthemum powder, a natural insecticide derived from chrysanthemum flowers, with charcoal powder and created a spiral that could burn slowly to release the smoke.
Mosquito incense was first marketed in the 1960s and it quickly gained popularity worldwide. Nowadays, mosquito incense is widely used and is considered an effective method to repel mosquitoes and prevent insects.
Mosquito incense is an effective way to repel mosquitoes and insects.
Mosquito incense sticks are usually curled or leafed, designed to burn slowly and release scents and compounds that repel mosquitoes.
1. Composition of mosquito incense
The composition of mosquito coils can vary by brand and manufacturer, but most contain anti-mosquito ingredients such as permethrin, pyrethrum, or other similar substances. In general, mosquito incense contains the following ingredients:
Anti-bugs spray: Permethrin and/or pyrethrum are the most common active ingredients in mosquito coils. It is a contact repellent that controls and prevents the growth of harmful insects, including mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, larks, and many more. The mechanism of action is based on the creation of an ionic imbalance in the insect's nervous system, leading to a disruption in nerve signal transmission and ultimately to paralysis and death of the insect.
Fuel and binder: Most mosquito incense sticks contain an adhesive to hold the shape of the incense and facilitate burning. To make the spiral burn slowly, people often add fuel such as firewood or coconut flour.
Spice: To improve the smell and make mosquito incense more pleasant to use, some types of flavoring are sometimes added. Popular scents include lemongrass, lavender, geranium, eucalyptus, mint, and other essential oils.
2. Be careful with the side effects of mosquito incense
While mosquito incense products are generally safe, long-term exposure to incense smoke can pose health risks.
According to the National Institutes of Health, exposure to the smoke of mosquito coils can cause significant acute and chronic health risks. It is estimated that the particulate matter produced from burning one mosquito incense is equivalent to burning 75 to 137 cigarettes.
Homes with children, the elderly, and people with respiratory problems should consider using mosquito coils.
Some people who inhale incense smoke may experience side effects, including:
Respiratory problems: One of the most common side effects of using mosquito coils is breathing problems. Permethrin in mosquito coil smoke can irritate the eyes, nose, and throat. Prolonged exposure to these chemicals can lead to coughing, wheezing, and other breathing problems. In particular, for people with asthma or other respiratory conditions, the smoke from mosquito coils can trigger an asthma attack or worsen their symptoms.
Allergic reaction: Some people may be allergic to the chemicals in mosquito coils, and exposure to smoke can cause an allergic reaction. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and may include rash, hives, swelling, and difficulty breathing.
Headache, Nausea: Although permethrin does not usually pose a serious danger to humans, exposure to high concentrations can cause symptoms such as headache, glare, drowsiness, fatigue, and nausea.
3. How to use mosquito incense safely?
Because of these risks and undesirable side effects, the use of mosquito repellent incense should be done carefully and according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Choose reliable products: Choose mosquito repellent incense from reputable manufacturers, are licensed and have safe ingredients. Avoid using products of unknown origin or without information regarding mosquito repellent ingredients.
– Be cautious when there are young children, elderly people, people with asthma: In the presence of children, the elderly and people with respiratory problems, the use of control measures should be considered. other insects to ensure the safety and health of all.
– Place incense in a safe location: Place incense in a safe location, out of reach of children and flammable objects. Burn incense in a well-ventilated space to reduce the risk of breathing incense smoke.
- Do not breathe directly: Avoid breathing smoke from mosquito repellent incense directly.
Monitor for Side Effects: If any skin, eye or respiratory irritation occurs after using mosquito repellent incense, discontinue use immediately and seek medical advice if necessary.
In addition to using anti-mosquito incense, other additional measures should also be applied such as wearing long clothes, using mosquito nets, and applying anti-mosquito cream. Eliminate mosquito habitats, paying particular attention to standing water in or around the home.
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