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GlossaryCamphor

white, crystalline substance used in topical pain relief

Camphor is a white, crystalline substance with a strong, aromatic odor, derived from the wood of the camphor tree (Cinnamomum camphora) or synthesized from turpentine oil. It is commonly used in topical medications to relieve pain and reduce itching, and it has antifungal and antibacterial properties, making it useful in treating skin conditions.

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Comparative Study on Eucalyptol and Camphor Rich Essential Oils from Rhizomes of Hedychium Spicatum and Their Pharmacological, Antioxidant, and Antifungal Activities

research Comparative Study on Eucalyptol and Camphor Rich Essential Oils from Rhizomes of Hedychium Spicatum and Their Pharmacological, Antioxidant, and Antifungal Activities

7 citations, January 2022 in “Anais Da Academia Brasileira De Ciencias”

Essential oils from Hedychium spicatum have potential for developing natural drugs with pain-blocking, fever-reducing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.

research Chemical Gastroenterocolitis After Dental Root Canal Therapy With Camphorated and Mentholated Chlorophenol

1 citations, June 2021 in “Case reports in gastrointestinal medicine”

Using camphorated and mentholated chlorophenol in dental treatments can lead to severe gastrointestinal issues and hair and nail loss.

research The Acne-Treatment Potential of Cinnamomum Camphora Chvar. Borneol Essential Oil In Vitro and In Vivo

August 2021 in “Research Square (Research Square)”

Borneol Essential Oil could be a natural and safe acne treatment.

research An In-Depth Review on the Medicinal Flora Rosmarinus Officinalis (Lamiaceae)

69 citations, January 2013 in “PubMed”

Rosemary is a herb used to treat various health issues and stimulate hair growth.

research Essential Oil and Important Activities of Thuja Orientalis and Thuja Occidentalis

15 citations, July 2015 in “Journal of Essential Oil Bearing Plants”

Thuja orientalis and Thuja occidentalis essential oils have medicinal properties useful for developing treatments with antimicrobial and bioactive effects.

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