Cellular and Molecular Targets of Menthol Actions

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...

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Main Authors: Murat Oz, Eslam G. El Nebrisi, Keun-Hang S. Yang, Frank C. Howarth, Lina T. Al Kury
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2017-07-01
Series:Frontiers in Pharmacology
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Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fphar.2017.00472/full