Menthol
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Menthol FDA Approved Drugs
SALONPAS [Menthol : Methyl SalicylateC8H8O3]
OTC
- 3% : 10% (topical patch)
Hisamitsu Pharm CoFeb 20, 2008
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Home Remedies for Menthol
RASHES, HIVES [exanthem, urticaria]
Peppermint (Mentha piperita) or Cornmint (Mentha arvensis) can be used as a topical treatment for rashes or hives. Both contain menthol (anesthetic and anti-inflammatory) and rosmarinic acid (anti-inflammatory).
Steep one ounce of dried Peppermint or Cornmint in a one-pint jar or other container of boiling water. Let cool. Apply to effected area using a cloth as necessary.
Mechanism - menthol, rosmarinic acidJose3124 | October 4th, 2020
Peppermint (Mentha piperita) or Cornmint (Mentha arvensis) can be used as a topical treatment for rashes or hives. Both contain menthol (anesthetic and anti-inflammatory) and rosmarinic acid (anti-inflammatory).
Steep one ounce of dried Peppermint or Cornmint in a one-pint jar or other container of boiling water. Let cool. Apply to effected area using a cloth as necessary.
Mechanism - menthol, rosmarinic acidJose3124 | October 4th, 2020
WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only. Many of these treatments are now known to be harmful and possibly fatal. Do not consume any plant, chemical, drug or otherwise without first consulting a licensed physician that practices medine in the appropriate field.
Felter's Materia Medica on Menthol
CAMPHORA
...ds to produce anodyne and antiseptic liquids. In this manner, when triturated with chloral hydrate, menthol, phenol, thymol, and similar bodies, ideal liquid antiseptics are obtained for use upon woun......e secretion and the accompanying headache. A solution of camphor in liquid petrolatum (usually with menthol) is a popular spray for similar uses, and for laryngitis, pharyngitis, chronic nasal catarrh...2
...ds to produce anodyne and antiseptic liquids. In this manner, when triturated with chloral hydrate, menthol, phenol, thymol, and similar bodies, ideal liquid antiseptics are obtained for use upon woun......e secretion and the accompanying headache. A solution of camphor in liquid petrolatum (usually with menthol) is a popular spray for similar uses, and for laryngitis, pharyngitis, chronic nasal catarrh...2
GLYCERINUM
Glycerin, Glycerol. A liquid composed most largely of a trihydric alcohol (C3H5(OH)3) obtained by the processes of hydrolysis and distillation of... / ... as a vehicle for lime water for application to small burns, erythema, and slight excoriations; for menthol for the relief of itching in urticaria, chronic eczema, and other pruritic conditions; for b... / ...A 5 per cent solution of phenol in glycerin upon cotton may be used for insertion into the aural canal after rupture of the membrana tympani wh2
Glycerin, Glycerol. A liquid composed most largely of a trihydric alcohol (C3H5(OH)3) obtained by the processes of hydrolysis and distillation of... / ... as a vehicle for lime water for application to small burns, erythema, and slight excoriations; for menthol for the relief of itching in urticaria, chronic eczema, and other pruritic conditions; for b... / ...A 5 per cent solution of phenol in glycerin upon cotton may be used for insertion into the aural canal after rupture of the membrana tympani wh2
HAMAMELIS
The leaves, bark and twigs of Hamamelis virginiana, Linné (Nat. Ord. Hamamelidaceae), collected in the autumn. Common in the United States.... / ...ly upon gauze. A similar preparation, with but two drachms of the echafolta, or the distillate with menthol, makes a good dressing for burns and scalds. Glycerin and hamamelis, equal parts, or equal p...2
The leaves, bark and twigs of Hamamelis virginiana, Linné (Nat. Ord. Hamamelidaceae), collected in the autumn. Common in the United States.... / ...ly upon gauze. A similar preparation, with but two drachms of the echafolta, or the distillate with menthol, makes a good dressing for burns and scalds. Glycerin and hamamelis, equal parts, or equal p...2
MENTHA PIPERITA
...s. Common Names: Peppermint. Principal Constituents.A volatile oil (Oleum Mentha, Piperitae) and menthol. (See Menthol.) Preparations.-1. Oleum Menthae Piperitae, Oil of Peppermint. (A clear, color......tae, Spirit of Peppermint (Essence of Peppermint-10 per cent oil). Dose, 5 to 60 drops. Derivative.-Menthol. (See Menthol.) Specific Indications.Gastrodynia, flatulent colic, difficult digestion. Ac......ache, in both of which it is often very efficient. Its external use has been somewhat superseded by menthol, the camphoraceous body to which oil of peppermint owes most of its virtues. Still it is use...2
...s. Common Names: Peppermint. Principal Constituents.A volatile oil (Oleum Mentha, Piperitae) and menthol. (See Menthol.) Preparations.-1. Oleum Menthae Piperitae, Oil of Peppermint. (A clear, color......tae, Spirit of Peppermint (Essence of Peppermint-10 per cent oil). Dose, 5 to 60 drops. Derivative.-Menthol. (See Menthol.) Specific Indications.Gastrodynia, flatulent colic, difficult digestion. Ac......ache, in both of which it is often very efficient. Its external use has been somewhat superseded by menthol, the camphoraceous body to which oil of peppermint owes most of its virtues. Still it is use...2
MENTHOL
Menthol. A secondary alcohol obtained from the oil of Mentha piperita, Linné, or from other oils of......8 to 2 grains. Specific Indications.Pruritus; nausea and vomiting. Action and Therapy.External. Menthol is a local antiseptic, anaesthetic and antipruritic. It is used with great success in variou......ay be relieved by painting upon the affected surface a combination of hydrated chloral, thymol, and menthol. A 20 per cent mentholated petrolatum may be used as a stimulating agent when there is a lac...2
Menthol. A secondary alcohol obtained from the oil of Mentha piperita, Linné, or from other oils of......8 to 2 grains. Specific Indications.Pruritus; nausea and vomiting. Action and Therapy.External. Menthol is a local antiseptic, anaesthetic and antipruritic. It is used with great success in variou......ay be relieved by painting upon the affected surface a combination of hydrated chloral, thymol, and menthol. A 20 per cent mentholated petrolatum may be used as a stimulating agent when there is a lac...2
OLEUM OLIVAE
Olive Oil, Sweet Oil. A fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of Olea europaea, Linné (Nat. Ord. Oleaceae). The olive tree of Asia and southern... / ...fever. Olive oil is frequently used as the carrier of local anodynes and anaesthetics, as morphine, menthol, camphor, phenol, etc. A warm, olive-oil solution of camphor is a most effective agent in ma... / ...however, be given in either phosphorus or cantharides poisoning, as the activity of these substances through oil solution is decidedly increased.2
Olive Oil, Sweet Oil. A fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of Olea europaea, Linné (Nat. Ord. Oleaceae). The olive tree of Asia and southern... / ...fever. Olive oil is frequently used as the carrier of local anodynes and anaesthetics, as morphine, menthol, camphor, phenol, etc. A warm, olive-oil solution of camphor is a most effective agent in ma... / ...however, be given in either phosphorus or cantharides poisoning, as the activity of these substances through oil solution is decidedly increased.2
WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only. Many of these treatments are now known to be harmful and possibly fatal. Do not consume any plant, chemical, drug or otherwise without first consulting a licensed physician that practices medine in the appropriate field.
Physician's Materia Medica on Menthol
ALKAL-ANTISEPTINE
A pleasantly aromatic liquid having an alkaline reaction and serving as an efficient antiseptic and germicide although not pois onous to the human subject. It differs from Antiseptine, q. v. in that it contains glycerin and is distinctly alkaline. Its chief active constituents are Thymol, Eucalyptol, Menthol, Sodium Borate and Sodium Benzoate. Internally it may be given in teaspoonful doses as a gastric and intestinal antiseptic with antacid properties, but it is much more commonly used locally 3
A pleasantly aromatic liquid having an alkaline reaction and serving as an efficient antiseptic and germicide although not pois onous to the human subject. It differs from Antiseptine, q. v. in that it contains glycerin and is distinctly alkaline. Its chief active constituents are Thymol, Eucalyptol, Menthol, Sodium Borate and Sodium Benzoate. Internally it may be given in teaspoonful doses as a gastric and intestinal antiseptic with antacid properties, but it is much more commonly used locally 3
ANTISEPTINE
A solution in a somewhat alcoholic menstruum of Oils of Eucalyp tus and Gaultheria, Thymoi, Menthol and Benzoic and Boric Acids, together with Fluid Extract of Baptisia. A non-irritant, non-toxic antiseptic, used internally in teaspoon ful doses as a gastric or intestinal antiseptic, but more commonly in the form of spray, gargle or lotion wherever a local antiseptic action is desired. For a gargle, mix one part with one of glycerin and two to four of water; for a nasal douche, 1 part with 3 to 3
A solution in a somewhat alcoholic menstruum of Oils of Eucalyp tus and Gaultheria, Thymoi, Menthol and Benzoic and Boric Acids, together with Fluid Extract of Baptisia. A non-irritant, non-toxic antiseptic, used internally in teaspoon ful doses as a gastric or intestinal antiseptic, but more commonly in the form of spray, gargle or lotion wherever a local antiseptic action is desired. For a gargle, mix one part with one of glycerin and two to four of water; for a nasal douche, 1 part with 3 to 3
MENTHOL
Stearopten obtained from PEPPERMINT and other species of Mentha and representing the medicinal activity of these plants. Carminative, stimulant, anodyne, antiseptic. Used chiefly as a local anodyne, especially for relief of neuralgic pain.3
Stearopten obtained from PEPPERMINT and other species of Mentha and representing the medicinal activity of these plants. Carminative, stimulant, anodyne, antiseptic. Used chiefly as a local anodyne, especially for relief of neuralgic pain.3
WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only. Many of these treatments are now known to be harmful and possibly fatal. Do not consume any plant, chemical, drug or otherwise without first consulting a licensed physician that practices medine in the appropriate field.
Physician's Therapeutics Memoranda on Menthol
CORYZA
Treat early stage as in acute bronchitis. The local congestion may be relieved by application of a 4 per cent. solution of cocaine, or a solution of suprarenal extract. Spray or vapor of camphor and menthol or use by inhaler of a little Phenol Camphor gives much relief. Alkal-Antiseptine with nasal douche is a useful remedy.3
Treat early stage as in acute bronchitis. The local congestion may be relieved by application of a 4 per cent. solution of cocaine, or a solution of suprarenal extract. Spray or vapor of camphor and menthol or use by inhaler of a little Phenol Camphor gives much relief. Alkal-Antiseptine with nasal douche is a useful remedy.3
DIPHTHERIA AND MEMBRANOUS CROUP
Isolate the patient and watch carefully all children who may have been exposed. In every... / ...case use Diphtheria Antitoxin if at hand and use it promptly. As local application, peroxide of hydrogen is most satisfactory. Loefl1er’s solution (menthol, 100 grs. dissolved in 6 fluidrachms toluol, with addition of 40 minims solution ferric chloride and 10 fluidrachms absolute alcohol) is prefe...3
Isolate the patient and watch carefully all children who may have been exposed. In every... / ...case use Diphtheria Antitoxin if at hand and use it promptly. As local application, peroxide of hydrogen is most satisfactory. Loefl1er’s solution (menthol, 100 grs. dissolved in 6 fluidrachms toluol, with addition of 40 minims solution ferric chloride and 10 fluidrachms absolute alcohol) is prefe...3
LARYNGITIS
General treatment the same as in acute bronchitis or coryza, As special remedies, inhalations of steam from water to which has been added compound tincture benzoin or Antiseptine or in later stages eucalyptol (a few drops) or menthol, or these latter may be mixed with albolene and used in spray. As local application, at first Glyceroplasma or Phenol Camphor (a few drops several times a day), later oil turpentine or tincture iodine as counter-irritant.3
General treatment the same as in acute bronchitis or coryza, As special remedies, inhalations of steam from water to which has been added compound tincture benzoin or Antiseptine or in later stages eucalyptol (a few drops) or menthol, or these latter may be mixed with albolene and used in spray. As local application, at first Glyceroplasma or Phenol Camphor (a few drops several times a day), later oil turpentine or tincture iodine as counter-irritant.3
NEURALGIA
For immediate relief, prescribe acetanilid, phenacetin or anti pyrin... / ...sually conjoined with caffeine and potassium or sodium bro mide, sometimes gelsemium or cannabis indica; locally, liniments of aconite or chloroform; menthol, chloride of methyl spray; applica tions of electricity; hypodermatic injections of morphine and atropine (only when nothing else will serve)....3
For immediate relief, prescribe acetanilid, phenacetin or anti pyrin... / ...sually conjoined with caffeine and potassium or sodium bro mide, sometimes gelsemium or cannabis indica; locally, liniments of aconite or chloroform; menthol, chloride of methyl spray; applica tions of electricity; hypodermatic injections of morphine and atropine (only when nothing else will serve)....3
PHARYNGITIS
General treatment the same as ilr incipient bronchitis. Locally, use frequently as a gargle A ntiseptine or Alkal-antiseptine diluted with four to eight parts of hot... / ...ccasional applications of a solu tion of silver nitrate, or of bordglyceride or of glycerite of tannin are often useful; lozenges containing cubeb or menthol.3
General treatment the same as ilr incipient bronchitis. Locally, use frequently as a gargle A ntiseptine or Alkal-antiseptine diluted with four to eight parts of hot... / ...ccasional applications of a solu tion of silver nitrate, or of bordglyceride or of glycerite of tannin are often useful; lozenges containing cubeb or menthol.3
PRURITUS
In absence of local cause, general Pruritus calls for tonic treat ment, particularly for use of arsenic. Give attention to stomach, bowels and kidneys.' The local remedies that give most relief are lotions of borax or of sodium bicarbonate or hyposulphite to which carbolic acid may be advantageously added (one or two drachms to the pint). Menthol. resorcin, thymol. boric acid and ichthyol are also useful. Alkal Antiseptine, diluted with from four to eight parts of water is an excellent remedy.3
In absence of local cause, general Pruritus calls for tonic treat ment, particularly for use of arsenic. Give attention to stomach, bowels and kidneys.' The local remedies that give most relief are lotions of borax or of sodium bicarbonate or hyposulphite to which carbolic acid may be advantageously added (one or two drachms to the pint). Menthol. resorcin, thymol. boric acid and ichthyol are also useful. Alkal Antiseptine, diluted with from four to eight parts of water is an excellent remedy.3
SCARLATINA
Some physicians prescribe as a specific remedy sodium salicylate (2 gr. doses every hour), others... / ...Co., or car bolic acid and borax; vapors charged with eucalyptol. For the itch ing, local application of olive oil containing a little carbolic acid, menthol or salicylic acid. Avoid anything likely to cause renal irri tation; particularly guard against exposure to cold during convales cence.3
Some physicians prescribe as a specific remedy sodium salicylate (2 gr. doses every hour), others... / ...Co., or car bolic acid and borax; vapors charged with eucalyptol. For the itch ing, local application of olive oil containing a little carbolic acid, menthol or salicylic acid. Avoid anything likely to cause renal irri tation; particularly guard against exposure to cold during convales cence.3
SCIATICA
General treatment for neuralgia. Hypodermatic iniections of atropine in heroic doses (1-20 grain) is highly recommended by some to cut short the attack. Others advise acupuncture or local massage or the ether spray, applied daily, or the hypodermatic use of morphine or of chloroform. In any case the hot water bottle and liniments of chloroform, aconite, methyl salicylate and menthol are remedies of value.3
General treatment for neuralgia. Hypodermatic iniections of atropine in heroic doses (1-20 grain) is highly recommended by some to cut short the attack. Others advise acupuncture or local massage or the ether spray, applied daily, or the hypodermatic use of morphine or of chloroform. In any case the hot water bottle and liniments of chloroform, aconite, methyl salicylate and menthol are remedies of value.3
SEA SICKNESS
Potassium bromide is useful as a prophylactic. Preparationsof coca and of kola; cerium oxalate, menthol, camphor are sometimw of service.3
Potassium bromide is useful as a prophylactic. Preparationsof coca and of kola; cerium oxalate, menthol, camphor are sometimw of service.3
TOOTHACHE
For relief of pain a mixture (liquid) of camphor, 5 parts, chloral, 5 parts and cocaine hydrochloride, 1 part; Phenol Camphor; oil cloves; creosote; menthol.3
For relief of pain a mixture (liquid) of camphor, 5 parts, chloral, 5 parts and cocaine hydrochloride, 1 part; Phenol Camphor; oil cloves; creosote; menthol.3
VOMITING
If due to fermentation of food. regulate the diet and prescribe gastric antiseptics, or lavage. If from gastric irritability, sedative remedies... / ... In the vomiting of pregnancy, cerium oxalate, carbonated water; chloretone, cocaine, creosote, tincture iodine in small doses, potassium bromide and menthol are among the remedies that may give relief.3
If due to fermentation of food. regulate the diet and prescribe gastric antiseptics, or lavage. If from gastric irritability, sedative remedies... / ... In the vomiting of pregnancy, cerium oxalate, carbonated water; chloretone, cocaine, creosote, tincture iodine in small doses, potassium bromide and menthol are among the remedies that may give relief.3
References
1) Bergner, Pal., Griswold, Alexandra F., Hufford, David J., et al. . Morton Grove, Il: Publications International, 2017.
2) Felter, Harvey Wickes, 1922, The Eclectic Materia Medica, Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Cincinnati, Ohio.
3) Nelson, Baker & Co., 1904, Physician's Handy Book of Materia Medica and Therapeustics, Detroit, Michigan.
2) Felter, Harvey Wickes, 1922, The Eclectic Materia Medica, Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Cincinnati, Ohio.
3) Nelson, Baker & Co., 1904, Physician's Handy Book of Materia Medica and Therapeustics, Detroit, Michigan.