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Truong Son Medicated Oil

Truong Son is a Vietnamese brand of medicated oils. Asian grocers and pharmacies carry them.

Updated . Edited by: Ilyass Ben Hakim.

Where to buy

Professional insight

Pharmacists treat imported medicated oils like any topical medicine. Check the label language and maker first.

  • Dau gio and dau nong are different products.
  • Look for the maker name on the box.
  • Ask for an English ingredient list before buying abroad.
  • Small 6ml bottles help you test for skin reactions.

Check the label

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Truong Son oil types

Truong Son products listed by Pharmacity
NameSize on PharmacityMeaning
Dau gio Truong Son6ml bottleWind oil, a thin liquid oil
Dau nong Truong Son10ml bottleWarming oil

Safe use

  • Keep away from eyes, mouth and broken skin.
  • Never swallow medicated oil.
  • Wash hands after use.
  • Stop if skin turns red or itchy.
  • Keep bottles where small kids cannot reach them.

Red flags

  • Bottles with no Vietnamese label or maker name.
  • Listings with no expiry date shown.
  • Sellers making cure claims for illnesses.
  • Broken or missing cap seals.

Common questions

Who makes Truong Son oil?
A Vietnamese traditional medicine company, Dong Nam Duoc Truong Son.
Is it sold in US stores?
Sometimes in Vietnamese grocers. Online import sellers are more common.
Can I use it on a baby?
Talk to a pediatrician or pharmacist before trying it. Many oils carry child warnings.