: Historically used both topically for lice and orally for intestinal parasites Neurology.org . Modern Medical Perspective
In the 18th and 19th centuries, turpentine was a "cure-all" in many households. Wikipedia and other historical sources note that it was commonly used for: turpentine-therapy
: Inhaling the vapors was a common practice to reduce chest congestion. : Historically used both topically for lice and
: Used on abrasions for its disinfectant properties. turpentine-therapy