Consists of Camphor, Menthol, Methyl Salicylate
Actions of Camphor (Ben-Gay Ultra Strength) in details
Camphor (Ben-Gay Ultra Strength) belongs to the class of medicines called rubefacients/antitussives. When applied to the skin, it increases blood flow and local temperature of the affected area which suppresses and temporarily relieves pain sensations. It also eases cough, nasal/throat irritation by moistening air passages when used along with steam.
Actions of Menthol (Ben-Gay Ultra Strength) in details
Menthol (Ben-Gay Ultra Strength) primarily activates the cold-sensitive TRPM8 receptors in the skin. Menthol (Ben-Gay Ultra Strength), after topical application, causes a feeling of coolness due to stimulation of 'cold' receptors by inhibiting Ca++ currents of neuronal membranes. It may also yield analgesic properties via kappa-opioid receptor agonism.
Menthol (Ben-Gay Ultra Strength) pharmacology
Menthol (Ben-Gay Ultra Strength) is a covalent organic compound made synthetically or obtained from peppermint or other mint oils. Menthol (Ben-Gay Ultra Strength)'s ability to chemically trigger cold-sensitive receptors in the skin is responsible for the well known cooling sensation that it provokes when inhalated, eaten, or applied to the skin. It should be noted that Menthol (Ben-Gay Ultra Strength) does not cause an actual drop in temperature.
Actions of Methyl Salicylate (Ben-Gay Ultra Strength) in details
Methyl Salicylate (Ben-Gay Ultra Strength) is a topically applied pain-relieving cream that is greaseless, nonstaining and pleasant-smelling. Applied on the skin, it produces a warm sensation which penetrates deep down, providing lasting relief from pain, skin irritation or stiffness. Methyl Salicylate (Ben-Gay Ultra Strength) is hypoallergenic and soothing.
References
- DailyMed. "MENTHOL; METHYL SALICYLATE: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailyme... (accessed September 17, 2018).
- EPA DSStox. "Methyl salicylate: DSSTox provides a high quality public chemistry resource for supporting improved predictive toxicology.". https://comptox.epa.gov/dashboard/ds... (accessed September 17, 2018).
- EPA Chemicals under the TSCA. "Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, methyl ester: The Chemical Data Reporting under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) contains chemical physical description and chemical use categories.". http://www.epa.gov/chemical-data-rep... (accessed September 17, 2018).
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