menthol (Biofreeze)

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Introduction

A terpene alcohol obtained from peppermint oil or synthesized from inorganic compounds.

Uses

Adverse effects

Mechanism of action

  • binds to a receptor causing intracellular influx of Ca+2
  • responsible for the feeling of congestion relief in Vicks VapoRub

More general terms

Component of

References

  1. Stedman's Medical Dictionary 27th ed, Williams & Wilkins, Baltimore, 1999.
  2. Prescriber's Letter 16(3): 2009 Vicks VapoRub Safety and Children Detail-Document#: http://prescribersletter.com/(5bhgn1a4ni4cyp2tvybwfh55)/pl/ArticleDD.aspx?li=1&st=1&cs=&s=PRL&pt=3&fpt=25&dd=250322&pb=PRL (subscription needed) http://www.prescribersletter.com

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