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Menthol
Description: Menthol is the primary component of the essential oil of Peppermint (29 to 48 percent). It has a strong scent, and is often used to help clear congested sinus cavities.
A menthol rub used on the chest can help ease breathing.
A mouthwash made from Sage oil, Peppermint oil, menthol, chamomile tincture, echinacea, Myrrh tincture, clove oil, and caraway seed has been shown effective in treating gingivitis.
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Useful in treatment of: Congestion, gingivitis.

Recommended Dosage: None established.

Contraindications: None.

References:

1Serfaty R, Itic J. Comparative trial with natural herbal mouthwash versus chlorhexidine in gingivitis. J Clin Dentistry 1988;1: A34.

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