Cellular and Molecular Targets of Menthol Actions

• Main Authors: Murat Oz (Author), Eslam G. El Nebrisi (Author), Keun-Hang S. Yang (Author), Frank C. Howarth (Author), Lina T. Al Kury (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Frontiers Media S.A., 2017-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Menthol belongs to monoterpene class of a structurally diverse group of phytochemicals found in plant-derived essential oils. Menthol is widely used in pharmaceuticals, confectionary, oral hygiene products, pesticides, cosmetics, and as a flavoring agent. In addition, menthol is known to have antiox...