menthol

[men´thol]

an alcohol from various mint oils or produced synthetically, used locally to relieve itching and by inhalation for treatment of upper respiratory tract disorders.

men·thol

(men'thol),

An alcohol obtained from peppermint oil or other mint oils, or prepared synthetically; used as an antipruritic and topical anesthetic; in nasal sprays; cough drops, and inhalers; and as a flavoring agent.

Synonym(s): peppermint camphor

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menthol

(mĕn′thôl′)

A fragrant white crystalline organic compound, C₁₀H₂₀O, obtained from peppermint oil or synthesized. It is used in perfumes, in cigarettes, as a mild topical anesthetic, and as a mint flavoring.

men′tho·lat′ed adj.

menthol

Pharmacognosy
An aromatic oil first obtained from peppermint (Mentha piperita), now primarily produced synthetically, it is used topically for arthritic pain, haemorrhoids, itching and sore muscles; it is added to cough medicines and throat lozenges.

Toxicity
Pure menthol oil is toxic—as little as 5.0 mL may be fatal.

menthol

An aromatic oil from peppermint–Mentha piperita or produced synthetically, used topically for arthritic pain, hemorrhoids, itching, sore muscles and orally in cough medicines and throat lozenges Toxicity Pure menthol oil is toxic–5 mL may be fatal. See Botanical toxicity, Herbal medicine, Poisonous plants; Cf Peppermint, Wintergreen.

men·thol

(men'thol)

An organic compound made either synthetically or from peppermint or other mint oils useful as a local anesthetic, an antipruritic, and a counterirritant. It is also available as a dietary supplement or natural medicine in the form of peppermint oil.

[L. menta, mint]

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menthol

A volatile oil used as a local application to relieve itching or as an embrocation. Menthol can also be used as an inhalant to relieve nasal congestion. Excessive inhalation can be dangerous and menthol can cause skin allergy. Brand names of preparations for external use containing menthol are Balmosa, Fradol, Radian B and Salonpas.

Collins Dictionary of Medicine © Robert M. Youngson 2004, 2005

men·thol

(men'thol)

An alcohol obtained from peppermint or other mint oils, or prepared synthetically; used as an antipruritic and topical anesthetic; in nasal sprays, cough drops, and inhalers; and as a flavoring agent.

[L. menta, mint]

Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012

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