Orange Naturals Bites+Stings Cream | 50g
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| Directions | Apply generously to the affected area(s) once daily or as needed. External use only. |
| Licensed Homeopathic Medicine | NPN 80055410 |
| Quality Standards | GMP-compliant facility |
| Country | Made in Canada  |
About this item
- TOPICAL HOMEOPATHIC RELIEF: Helps relieve minor skin irritations and discomfort due to insect bites or stings.
- SOOTHES ITCHING, PAIN, SWELLING & REDNESS: Formulated with arnica and 6 other homeopathic actives to help calm the discomfort of minor bites and stings.
- NATURAL ANTISEPTIC PROPERTIES: A fragrance-free cream supporting the skin's natural response around the affected area.
- NO ARTIFICIAL COLOURS, FRAGRANCE-FREE: No parabens, petroleum, lanolin or propylene glycol.
- SAFE FOR AGES 0 AND UP: Safe and non-toxic. Gluten-free (safe for external use by those sensitive to absorption of wheat or gluten).
- LICENSED HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE: Developed by Orange Naturals and licensed by Health Canada under DIN-HM 80055410.
Product Description
Bites+Stings Cream with Arnica - Homeopathic Relief for Minor Insect Bites & Stings
Orange Naturals Bites+Stings Cream is a fragrance-free homeopathic cream formulated with 7 traditional actives, including Arnica montana, Calendula officinalis, Ledum palustre and Urtica urens, to help relieve the pain, itching and swelling of minor insect bites and stings. Licensed by Health Canada as a homeopathic medicine (DIN-HM 80055410), it is safe and non-toxic for ages 0 and up, with no artificial colours, parabens, petroleum, lanolin or propylene glycol. For external use only. Licensed Natural Health Product NPN 80055410.
La crème Morsures+Piqûres d'Orange Naturals est une crème homéopathique sans parfum formulée avec 7 ingrédients traditionnels, dont l'Arnica montana, le Calendula officinalis, le Ledum palustre et l'Urtica urens, pour aider à soulager la douleur, les démangeaisons et l'enflure dues aux morsures et piqûres mineures d'insectes. Homologuée par Santé Canada comme médicament homéopathique (DIN-HM 80055410), elle est sûre et non toxique pour les enfants dès la naissance, sans colorants artificiels, parabènes, pétrolatum, lanoline ou propylène glycol. Pour usage externe seulement.
A Fragrance-Free Homeopathic Formula With Arnica
7 traditional homeopathic actives in one cream - apply generously to the affected area, once daily or as needed
7 Homeopathic Actives
Apis mellifica, Arnica montana, Calendula officinalis, Ledum palustre and Urtica urens - combined in one fragrance-free cream.
Safe for Ages 0 and Up
Safe and non-toxic, with no artificial colours, parabens, petroleum, lanolin or propylene glycol.
Advanced Ingredients, Superior Results
Arnica montana, Calendula officinalis, Ledum palustre and Urtica urens each have a long history of traditional use for skin irritation, bruising and insect bites - and in the case of Arnica and Calendula, some modern clinical research at concentrations well above this product's homeopathic dilutions. Here is what the wider research explores, presented honestly including its limits.
Apis mellifica (1X, 3X)
Prepared from honeybee venom; used homeopathically for the stinging, burning and swelling that follows an insect sting.
Homeopathic dilutionArnica montana (3X, 6X)
A traditional homeopathic remedy for bruising and localized swelling; the same plant is also studied at much higher, non-homeopathic concentrations in topical gels for pain and osteoarthritis.
Homeopathic dilutionCalendula officinalis (MT)
A marigold extract long used topically to support the skin's healing response to minor wounds and irritation.
Mother tincture
Ledum palustre (3X)
A traditional homeopathic remedy associated with puncture-type injuries, including insect bites and stings.
Homeopathic dilutionUrtica urens (3X)
Prepared from stinging nettle; used homeopathically on the traditional 'like cures like' principle for skin reactions that itch and burn.
Homeopathic dilutionOrange Naturals Bites+Stings Cream: Supplement Facts
Each 50 g tube contains (homeopathic dilutions):
- Apis mellifica1X
- Apis mellifica3X
- Arnica montana3X
- Arnica montana6X
- Calendula officinalisMT
- Ledum palustre3X
- Urtica urens3X
Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Non-medicinal ingredients: Beeswax, shea butter, MCT oil, cetearyl alcohol, glycerin, tocopherol, sodium citrate, sodium lactate, carbomer, potassium hydroxide, purified water, lactose (trace amount).
Recommended Use or Purpose: Homeopathic cream to relieve the pain, itching and swelling of minor insect bites and stings.
Directions (Adults and children, 0 years and up): Apply generously to the affected area(s) once daily or as needed. External use only.
Cautions and Warnings: Do not apply to open wounds or broken skin. Consult a healthcare practitioner to use if pregnant, breastfeeding or have a serious medical condition, and during use if symptoms persist, worsen or if new symptoms develop. Discontinue use if hypersensitivity (e.g. contact dermatitis) occurs. Do not use if seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place, away from light and electronics.
Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and different information than what is shown on our website. We recommend that you do not rely solely on the information presented and that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product. This item is sold and shipped by Amazon.ca.
Chaque tube de 50 g contient (dilutions homéopathiques) :
- Apis mellifica1X
- Apis mellifica3X
- Arnica montana3X
- Arnica montana6X
- Calendula officinalisMT
- Ledum palustre3X
- Urtica urens3X
Ingrédients non médicinaux : Ingrédients non médicinaux : Cire d'abeille, beurre de karité, huile de TCM, alcool cétéarylique, glycérine, tocophérol, citrate de sodium, lactate de sodium, carbomère, hydroxyde de potassium, eau purifiée, lactose (trace négligeable).
Usage ou fins recommandés : Crème homéopathique pour soulager la douleur, les démangeaisons et l'enflure dues aux morsures et aux piqûres mineures d'insectes.
Mode d'emploi (Adultes et enfants, 0 an et plus) : Appliquer généreusement sur les zones affectées une fois par jour, ou au besoin. Pour usage externe seulement.
Mises en garde : Ne pas appliquer sur des plaies ouvertes ou des lésions. Consulter un praticien de soins de santé avant d'en faire l'usage si vous êtes enceinte ou allaitante, si vous souffrez d'un état médical grave, et pendant l'usage si les symptômes persistent, s'aggravent ou si de nouveaux symptômes se manifestent. En cas d'hypersensibilité (par exemple dermatite de contact), cesser l'utilisation. Ne pas utiliser si le sceau de sécurité est brisé. Garder hors de la portée des enfants. Ranger dans un endroit frais et sec, loin de la lumière et de l'électronique.
NPN 80055410
Soothe minor insect bites and stings with Bites+Stings Cream
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Get it on Amazon.caWhy Orange Naturals Bites+Stings Cream
A fragrance-free homeopathic cream with 7 traditional actives, including arnica, calendula and ledum palustre, licensed by Health Canada for ages 0 and up.
7 Homeopathic Actives in One Cream
Apis mellifica, Arnica montana, Calendula officinalis, Ledum palustre and Urtica urens - each a traditional remedy associated with bites, stings or bruising.
For the Whole Family, Ages 0 and Up
Safe and non-toxic, fragrance-free, with no parabens, petroleum, lanolin or propylene glycol.
Apply and Reapply as Needed
A simple once-daily-or-as-needed cream for minor insect bites and stings. External use only.
Licensed Homeopathic Medicine
Developed by Orange Naturals and licensed by Health Canada, DIN-HM 80055410.
Inside every tube
7 homeopathic actives in a fragrance-free base - apply generously to the affected area(s) once daily or as needed. External use only. Do not apply to open wounds or broken skin.
How to use it
Remove the stinger if needed and clean the area
If a stinger is present, remove it, then gently clean the affected area before applying.
Apply generously to the affected area
Adults and children (0 years and up): apply generously to the affected area(s) once daily or as needed.
External use only
Do not apply to open wounds or broken skin.
Watch for worsening symptoms
Consult a healthcare practitioner if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have a serious medical condition, or if symptoms persist, worsen, or new symptoms develop. Discontinue use if hypersensitivity (e.g. contact dermatitis) occurs.
What the research says about these ingredients
Educational summaries of published research related to this product's active ingredients and the condition it addresses; not product-specific claims beyond this product's own Health Canada-authorized use. Orange Naturals Bites+Stings Cream's own authorized use under DIN-HM 80055410 is to help relieve the pain, itching and swelling of minor insect bites and stings. As the label itself states, homeopathic remedies are highly diluted, and clinical evidence for homeopathy specifically is mixed - presented honestly below, including null and inconclusive findings.
An open multicenter trial found Arnica montana gel significantly reduced knee osteoarthritis symptoms
In 79 adults with mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis, twice-daily Arnica montana fresh-plant gel produced significant reductions in WOMAC pain, stiffness and function scores after 3 and 6 weeks; the local adverse-event rate was 7.6%, including one allergic reaction, and most patients rated tolerability as good.
Open multicenter trial (n=79)A randomized trial found Arnica gel performed comparably to an anti-inflammatory gel for hand osteoarthritis
In a double-blind study of 204 patients with osteoarthritis of the finger joints, a 50g-tincture Arnica gel showed no significant difference from 5% ibuprofen gel in pain relief or hand function after 21 days, with a similar adverse-event rate (4.8% vs 6.1%) - concluding Arnica was not inferior to ibuprofen.
Randomized double-blind trial (n=204)A placebo-controlled trial found homeopathic, orally-taken Arnica montana reduced bruise size after face-lift surgery
In 29 patients undergoing rhytidectomy, those taking a homeopathic (highly diluted), oral form of Arnica montana perioperatively had a statistically significantly smaller area of bruising on postoperative days 1 and 7 compared to placebo, though no difference was found in the degree of color change.
Randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial (n=29)A mouse study found topical Calendula extract accelerated wound healing and reduced inflammation
Applied topically to full-thickness skin wounds in mice, a 5% aqueous Calendula officinalis extract significantly reduced wound area by day 7, increased fibroblasts and hydroxyproline (a marker of collagen formation), and lowered inflammatory biomarkers including matrix metalloproteinases 2 and 9, compared to untreated and saline-treated controls.
Preclinical study (mice)An in vivo study found ointments combining Calendula, bee products and natural polymers healed skin lesions in rats
Ointments combining plant extracts (including Calendula officinalis), apitherapy products and natural polymers achieved 98% wound contraction by day 9 in a rat model of incision, excision and thermal-burn injuries, versus 15% in untreated controls, with full dermal restoration by day 21.
Preclinical study (rats)A case report describes individualized homeopathic treatment, including topical Calendula, alongside wound care for a leg ulcer with cellulitis
In a single patient with a painful lower-leg ulcer and cellulitis, sequential homeopathic remedies (Pyrogenium, Calendula officinalis, Myristica sebifera) alongside topical Calendula ointment and standard antiseptic wound care were followed by progressive reduction in pain, inflammation and ulcer size with no adverse events - a single case, not a controlled trial.
Case reportAn in vitro study found nettle extract blocks histamine and mast-cell pathways involved in allergic skin reactions
Nettle (Urtica dioica) extract showed antagonist and negative-agonist activity at the Histamine-1 receptor and inhibited mast-cell tryptase, COX-1, COX-2 and HPGDS - key inflammatory pathways behind the itching, redness and swelling of allergic and irritant skin reactions - in laboratory (in vitro) testing.
In vitro laboratory studyAn animal study found Urtica dioica extract had mast-cell-stabilizing and antihistaminic effects
Testing Ammi visnaga, Medicago sativa and Urtica dioica extracts in mouse models of allergic inflammation, all three plants reduced milk-induced eosinophilia and protected mast cells against degranulation; Urtica dioica specifically inhibited histamine-mediated catalepsy, supporting an antihistaminic mechanism.
Preclinical study (mice)An electron-microscopy study explains why raw stinging nettle itself irritates skin - the basis of its homeopathic 'like cures like' use
Scanning electron microscopy of mouse skin exposed to stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) leaves showed nettle spicules physically piercing the skin surface, confirming the sting is both mechanical and chemical - the same plant that irritates skin in its raw form is used homeopathically, highly diluted, on the traditional 'like cures like' principle for itching, burning skin reactions such as insect stings.
Preclinical study (mice)A case series describes how severe wasp and bee sting reactions can progress to anaphylaxis and cardiac arrest
Reviewing three severe cases in the Netherlands, wasp and bee stings led to anaphylactic shock, cardiac arrest and, in two cases, death; the authors note such fatal complications are rare but real, underscoring why any sting reaction with spreading swelling, difficulty breathing or dizziness needs emergency care rather than a topical cream alone.
Case seriesA review describes how venom immunotherapy reduces the risk of future severe sting reactions
For people with a history of systemic allergic reactions to bee or wasp stings, venom immunotherapy induces immune tolerance through regulatory T-cell and blocking-antibody mechanisms, and multiple randomized studies confirm it reduces the risk of a severe reaction to a future sting.
ReviewA proteomic study identified serum markers of Hymenoptera venom allergy
Comparing blood serum from patients allergic to wasp and honeybee venom against healthy volunteers, mass-spectrometry profiling identified four proteins - including fibrinogen alpha chain and complement C4-A - that differed between the groups, offering potential markers to improve diagnosis of venom allergy.
Proteomic case-control studyA review traces Ledum palustre's traditional use for insect bites to its essential oil's lab-measured anti-inflammatory activity
Rhododendron tomentosum (the plant historically named Ledum palustre) has been used in ethnomedicine since at least the 18th century for rheumatism, cough, colds and insect bites; laboratory studies of its essential oil describe analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and insecticidal activity, but this reflects the whole-plant oil, not the diluted homeopathic preparation used in this cream.
ReviewA lab study found a related Labrador tea species had antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity in cell models
Methanol extracts of Ledum groenlandicum (Labrador tea, a close botanical relative of Ledum palustre) showed strong antioxidant activity and inhibited nitric-oxide release by 17-28% in LPS-stimulated macrophages, a standard laboratory model of inflammation - again a whole-plant-extract finding, not evidence for this product's homeopathic dilution.
In vitro laboratory studyA methodology review found homeopathy systematic reviews are of highly variable quality, most comparing against placebo
Assessing 18 systematic reviews of homeopathy (among 115 reviews of acupuncture, herbal medicine and homeopathy overall), the authors found homeopathy research questions tended to be very general and methodological quality highly variable - a relevant caution given that no dedicated clinical trials of Ledum palustre's specific homeopathic dilution for insect bites were identified in this search.
Methodology reviewA Cochrane review found no evidence that homeopathic medicines prevent or treat respiratory infections in children
Pooling 11 randomized trials of 1,813 children, this Cochrane review found no consistent benefit of oral homeopathic medicinal products over placebo for preventing or curing acute respiratory tract infections; studies rated as low risk of bias showed no benefit, while only higher-risk-of-bias studies reported benefit, and certainty of evidence was rated low to very low.
Cochrane systematic review (11 RCTs, n=1,813)A review of meta-analyses reported a significant effect of homeopathy beyond placebo, with mixed underlying methodological quality
Evaluating 6 meta-analyses of placebo-controlled homeopathy trials spanning many conditions, all reported a statistically significant positive effect of homeopathy versus placebo, though risk of bias was rated high in half of the underlying meta-analyses; the authors describe this as evidence of an effect beyond placebo, a conclusion other reviewers in this field dispute.
Review of meta-analysesA systematic review found the evidence for homeopathy in ear infections too inconsistent to draw firm conclusions
Reviewing 9 studies of homeopathy for otitis media, roughly half of the randomized trials reported a statistically significant benefit on symptoms or antibiotic use, but heterogeneity in study design and outcome measures meant the current evidence was judged insufficient to confirm whether homeopathy is effective for this condition.
Systematic review and meta-analysisA wilderness-medicine review outlines first-aid steps for insect bites and stings
This review of wilderness medicine covers the recognition and initial management of insect bites and stings alongside other environmental injuries, emphasizing basic first-aid steps (removing a stinger if present, cleaning the area, and monitoring for a worsening or systemic reaction) before more specialized care is needed.
ReviewA controlled trial found a topical zinc oxide cream sped relief of mosquito-bite itching
In 41 healthy adults given experimental mosquito bites, a topical zinc-oxide cream relieved itching significantly faster (about 25 minutes) than no treatment (about 119 minutes) and produced a greater reduction in itch severity at 1 hour, though it did not significantly reduce the size of the bite reaction; no adverse events were reported.
Controlled clinical trial (n=41)A review outlines how stinging-insect allergy is assessed and managed, including when specialist care is needed
This review describes the spectrum of insect-sting reactions, from normal local swelling to anaphylaxis, and the role of self-injectable epinephrine and venom-specific immunotherapy for patients who have had an anaphylactic response - underscoring that a topical cream is intended for minor, localized reactions only.
ReviewA scoping review found phytotherapeutic and bee-product remedies promising for pediatric infections, but homeopathic evidence limited
Reviewing treatments for acute infections in children, phytotherapeutic agents and bee products showed encouraging signals for respiratory infections, while the review explicitly describes homeopathic evidence as scarce and methodologically inconsistent - though both categories were generally well tolerated with few adverse events reported across the studies reviewed.
Scoping reviewA randomized trial found an add-on homeopathic medicine safe in children with upper respiratory infections and fever
In 261 children under 12 with fever and upper respiratory infection, adding a homeopathic medication to standard symptomatic treatment was associated with faster symptom resolution and lower global disease severity scores versus standard treatment alone, with only one possibly related adverse event (vomiting) reported.
Randomized controlled trial (n=261 children)An international randomized trial found a homeopathic add-on reduced recurrent tonsillitis episodes with few adverse events
In 256 patients aged 6 to 60 with recurrent tonsillitis, adding the homeopathic product SilAtro-5-90 to standard care significantly lengthened the time between infection episodes and reduced the need for antibiotics, with only 3 non-serious adverse drug reactions reported among 256 participants.
International randomized controlled trial (n=256)Frequently asked questions
What is Orange Naturals Bites+Stings Cream and what does it do?
It's a fragrance-free homeopathic cream that helps relieve the pain, itching and swelling of minor insect bites and stings.
What are the medicinal ingredients?
Apis mellifica 1X and 3X, Arnica montana 3X and 6X, Calendula officinalis (mother tincture), Ledum palustre 3X, and Urtica urens 3X.
How do I use it?
Adults and children (0 years and up): apply generously to the affected area(s) once daily or as needed. External use only.
Is it safe for children?
Yes, the label states it is safe and non-toxic for adults and children 0 years and up. As with any product, consult a healthcare practitioner if you have concerns.
When should I NOT use it, or when should I see a doctor first?
Do not apply to open wounds or broken skin. Consult a healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a serious medical condition, and during use if symptoms persist, worsen, or new symptoms develop. Discontinue use if hypersensitivity (e.g. contact dermatitis) occurs.
Does homeopathic mean clinically proven?
Homeopathic remedies are highly diluted preparations, as stated on Orange Naturals' own label. The clinical evidence for homeopathy is mixed and, for many specific dilutions, limited or inconclusive; this product's Health Canada licence (DIN-HM 80055410) authorizes its labeled use in Canada, not a claim of proven pharmacological effect.
Is it gluten-free?
Yes, Orange Naturals states this product is gluten-free and safe for external use by those sensitive to absorption of wheat or gluten.
How much is in the tube?
Each tube contains 50 g of cream.
Where do I buy it?
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Soothe minor insect bites and stings with Bites+Stings Cream
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Get it on Amazon.caHomeopathic Medicine DIN-HM 80055410. Helps relieve the pain, itching and swelling of minor insect bites and stings. Do not apply to open wounds or broken skin. Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have a serious medical condition, and during use if symptoms persist, worsen or new symptoms develop. Discontinue use if hypersensitivity (e.g. contact dermatitis) occurs. Homeopathic remedies are highly diluted; clinical evidence for homeopathy is mixed and, for many specific dilutions, limited or inconclusive. Read and follow the label. Results may vary.
Important information
Safety Information
Cautions and Warnings: Do not apply to open wounds or broken skin. Consult a healthcare practitioner to use if pregnant, breastfeeding or have a serious medical condition, and during use if symptoms persist, worsen or if new symptoms develop. Discontinue use if hypersensitivity (e.g. contact dermatitis) occurs. Do not use if seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place, away from light and electronics.
Indications
Recommended Use or Purpose: Homeopathic cream to relieve the pain, itching and swelling of minor insect bites and stings.
Ingredients
Medicinal Ingredients (each 50 g tube contains): Apis mellifica 1X, Apis mellifica 3X, Arnica montana 3X, Arnica montana 6X, Calendula officinalis MT, Ledum palustre 3X, Urtica urens 3X. Non-medicinal Ingredients: Beeswax, shea butter, MCT oil, cetearyl alcohol, glycerin, tocopherol, sodium citrate, sodium lactate, carbomer, potassium hydroxide, purified water, lactose (trace amount). Homeopathic remedies are highly diluted.
Directions
Directions (Adults and children, 0 years and up): Apply generously to the affected area(s) once daily or as needed. External use only.
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