Aqua Cinnamomi (U. S. P.)Cinnamon Water.

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Related entry: Oleum Cinnamomi (U. S. P.)Oil of Cinnamon Preparation."Oil of cinnamon, two cubic centimeters (2 Cc.) [32]; precipitated calcium phosphate, four grammes (4 Gm.) [62 grs.]; distilled water a sufficient quantity to make one thousand cubic centimeters (1000 Cc.) [33 fl, 391]. Triturate the oil of cinnamon with the precipitated calcium phosphate, add the distilled water gradually, under continued trituration, and filter"(U. S. P.). When cinnamon water is prepared with true oil of cinnamon, it soon becomes turbid from oxidation of the oil, and the formation of cinnamic acid (C6H5.CH:CH.COOH), which crystallizes from the water. Oil of Chinese cinnamon yields water remaining clear for a much longer time. Action, Medical Uses, and Dosage.Cinnamon water is useful in passive hemorrhage from the lungs, stomach, kidneys, or uterus, in chronic diarrhoea and dysentery, and in flatulency. It is frequently employed to cover the unpleasant taste of other remedies, especially opiates, and will often allay vomiting. Its dose is from 2 fluid drachms to 2 fluid ounces. It should not be used when fever or inflammation is present. Cinnamon water is much used as a vehicle for other less agreeable medicines, but should be given cautiously in inflammatory affections. For ordinary purposes the U. S. preparation is sufficiently strong when diluted with an equal measure of water.
Cinnamomum aromaticum

Cinnamon Precautions and Warnings Avoid this herb if you have a high fever, are red and sweating, or have irritable bowel syndrome. If you have multiple allergies or sensitivities, use cinnamon cautiously. If you're pregnant, you may use cinnamon in baking, but avoid more than a cup of cinnamon tea each day. Side Effects of Cinnamon Some people may experience a warming sensation or sweating, and some may experience headaches, nausea, or diarrhea after ingesting two or more cupfuls of a strong cinnamon tea or spiced cider. People with irritable bowel conditions and allergies may react to this herb. If you have a fever or diarrhea caused by irritation or stimulation in the intestines, such as with stomach flu, food poisoning, irritable bowel, or colitis, cinnamon may worsen the condition. (Most sudden onset, acute episodes of diarrhea are due to inflammation, irritation, or infection, and a strong dose of cinnamon could further stimulate the bowels.) If you have a severe irritable bowel, a bowl of cinnamon-flavored cereal could have a laxative effect.