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Menthol is usually synthesized from the oil of mint or other mint family. Menthol has mild local anesthetic activity on the throat and nasal mucosa, widely used to relieve irritation of the throat and nose.1. What is Menthol?
Menthol is a medicine of herbal origin. Menthol is usually synthesized from the oil of mint or other mint family. Menthol is usually available as a topical ointment, lozenge, lozenge, inhaler, or mouthwash.
2. What are the effects of Menthol?
Menthol has mild local anesthetic activity on the throat and nasal mucosa, widely used to relieve irritation of the throat and nose.Menthol cream form is used to help relieve mild pain for diseases such as:
Arthritis, tendonitis; Sprains, bursitis; Bruising, back pain and cramps. Menthol may be used for other conditions as prescribed by your doctor.
Liquid form used for inhalation helps to quickly relieve symptoms of nasal congestion, runny nose caused by colds and flu.
Contraindicated to use Menthol in patients who are allergic or sensitive to the components of the drug. The topical form is contraindicated for use on sensitive, inflamed skin or open wounds or severe burns.
3. How to take Menthol
Dosage of Menthol:
Nasal congestion: Use Menthol 2% solution for steam inhalation, add 5ml to a liter of hot water (not boiled) then inhale steam, can repeat every 4 hours if need. Cough: Adults take up to 1 lozenge (containing 7.6mg levomenthol) in the mouth every 2 hours as needed. Use for children 6 years and older at the same dose as adults. Sore throat: Adults take up to 1 lozenge (containing 7.6mg Levomenthol) in the mouth every 2 hours as needed. Use for children 6 years and older at the same dose as adults. Musculoskeletal pain: Adults: For topical gel drug with a concentration of 2% or 2.5%; topical gel 7%; skin patches 5%, 1.4% and 1.25%; Apply topically to the affected area 3-4 times daily. For topical sprays with concentrations of 6% and 10%, spray topically on the affected area as needed, but not more than 4 times/day. Children: 1.4%, 1.25% skin patch, or 7% topical gel for children 12 years of age and older: apply topically to affected skin 3-4 times/ day. 5% patch used for children 10 years and older: apply topically to the affected skin 3-4 times a day. Topical spray form 6% for use on children 13 years of age and older. Spray topically on the affected area as needed, no more than 4 times a day. Gel for topical use 2% used for children 5 years and older: apply topically to the affected skin 3-4 times/day.
4. Menthol overdose and treatment
Symptoms of Menthol overdose when taken by mouth include gastrointestinal disturbances (abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea) and central nervous system symptoms (drowsiness, dizziness, ataxia). .
Symptoms of Menthol overdose by inhalation include confusion, ataxia, diplopia and nystagmus.
Treatment of Menthol overdose is mainly symptomatic and supportive.
5. Undesirable effects when using Menthol
Using Menthol often encounters undesirable effects such as hypersensitivity reactions, headache, skin irritation. Using Menthol topically can cause a burning sensation at the site of application.
6. Notes when using Menthol
Caution should be exercised when using Menthol in patients with persistent cough, chronic cough related to smoking, patients with bronchial asthma, emphysema, children, pregnant or lactating women.
Pure Menthol can cause rashes, swelling, even burning, redness. Avoid applying Menthol or pure menthol directly to the surface of the skin, must be diluted to ensure safety. Menthol has mild local anesthetic activity on the throat and nasal mucosa, widely used to relieve irritation of the throat and nose. In addition, Menthol also has an analgesic effect in musculoskeletal diseases. Medicines are prepared in many different forms and strengths. Before use, you should consult your doctor to avoid possible unwanted effects.
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