Menthol
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| Menthol | |
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| Term | Menthol |
| Short definition | Menthol - (pronounced) (Menthol) A substance derived from mint oils or made in the laboratory. It is used to relieve itching and treat upper respiratory problems. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
| Comments | |
Menthol - (pronounced) (Menthol) A substance derived from mint oils or made in the laboratory. It is used to relieve itching and treat upper respiratory problems. Menthol causes a cooling sensation when eaten or applied to the skin, and acts as a mild pain reliever. It is found in nasal sprays, cough drops, inhalers, creams and lotions. It is also used as a flavoring in many foods and oral hygiene products
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