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menthol
men·thol M0222000 (mĕn′thôl′)n. 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.
[German, from Latin menta, mentha, mint; see mint2.]
men′tho·lat′ed adj.menthol (ˈmɛnθɒl) n (Elements & Compounds) an optically active organic compound found in peppermint oil and used as an antiseptic, in inhalants, and as an analgesic. Formula: C10H20O[C19: from German, from Latin mentha mint1]men•thol (ˈmɛn θɔl, -θɒl)
n. a colorless, crystalline, slightly water-soluble alcohol, C10H20O, obtained from mint oil or synthesized: used chiefly in perfumes, cigarettes, and foods and in nasal medications. [1875–80; < German < New Latin Menth(a) (see mint1) + German -ol -ol1] men·thol (mĕn′thôl′) A white, crystalline compound obtained from peppermint oil. It is used as a flavoring and as a mild anesthetic.Thesaurus| Noun | 1. | menthol - a crystalline compound that has the cool and minty taste and odor that occurs naturally in peppermint oil; used as a flavoring and in medicine to relieve itching, pain, and nasal congestionmenthol - a lotion containing menthol which gives it the smell of mintmentholated salve - a salve containing mentholpeppermint oil - oil from the peppermint plant used as flavoringchemical compound, compound - (chemistry) a substance formed by chemical union of two or more elements or ingredients in definite proportion by weight | | 2. |  menthol - a lotion containing menthol which gives it the smell of mintlotion, application - liquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or medicinal action when applied to the skin; "a lotion for dry skin"menthol - a crystalline compound that has the cool and minty taste and odor that occurs naturally in peppermint oil; used as a flavoring and in medicine to relieve itching, pain, and nasal congestion |
Translationsmenthol (ˈmenθəl) noun a sharp-smelling substance got from peppermint oil used to help give relief from colds etc. If you have a cold put some menthol in boiling water and breathe in the steam; Some cigarettes contain menthol. 薄荷醇 薄荷醇ˈmentholated (-leitid) adjective containing menthol. mentholated cigarettes. 含有薄荷醇的 含有薄荷醇的menthol
menthol, white crystalline substance with a characteristic pungent odor. It is derived from the oil of the peppermint plant, Mentha piperita (see mintmint,
in botany, common name for members of the Labiatae, a large family of chiefly annual or perennial herbs. Several species are shrubby or climbing forms or, rarely, small trees.
..... Click the link for more information. ), or prepared synthetically from coal tar. An alcohol, menthol is freely soluble in ethyl alcohol, ether, and chloroform. It is a local anesthetic and helps relieve itching, and because it imparts a tingling sensation to the skin, it is used in after shave lotions and skin fresheners. It is also used in throat lozenges, inhalers, and as a flavoring.Menthol 3-methyl-6-isopropylcyclohexanol; colorless crystals with a peppermint odor and a slightly bitter taste. Menthol is readily soluble in organic solvents and slightly soluble in water. It has a strong cooling effect on the skin. There are 12 known stereoisomers, the most widely occurring in nature being the levorotatory ( — )-menthol (melting point, 43°C; boiling point, 216°C). This form is the principal constituent of peppermint oil (to 50 percent) and Japanese mint oil (to 90 percent); the congelation process is used to extract it. Menthol is usually synthesized by the hydrogenation of thymol. 
Menthol is a mild analgesic and disinfectant. It is used externally in alcohol, ether-alcohol, and oil-based solutions to relieve itching, neuralgia, and migraine. Menthol ointments, inhalants, and nose drops are prescribed for inflammations of the upper respiratory tract (common cold, tracheitis). Menthol is prepared in emulsion form for internal use as a sedative in the treatment of certain gastrointestinal diseases. Ingakamf inhalers, Zelenin drops, and Validol are menthol-containing products. Menthol is also used in perfume and cosmetics (in dental-care products), in the food industry (liqueurs, candy), and in flavoring tobacco. menthol[′men‚thȯl] (organic chemistry) CH3C6H9(C3H7)OH An alcohol-soluble, white crystalline compound that may exist in levo form or a mixture of dextro and levo isomers; used in medicines and perfumes, and as a flavoring agent. Also known as peppermint camphor. menthol an optically active organic compound found in peppermint oil and used as an antiseptic, in inhalants, and as an analgesic. Formula: C10H20O menthol
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 camphormenthol (mĕn′thôl′)n. 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]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.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]menthol
Related to menthol: methyl salicylate, camphor, Menthol cigarettesWords related to mentholnoun a crystalline compound that has the cool and minty taste and odor that occurs naturally in peppermint oilRelated Words- menthol
- mentholated salve
- peppermint oil
- chemical compound
- compound
noun a lotion containing menthol which gives it the smell of mintRelated Words |