Eucalyptol is naturally produced cyclic ether and monoterpenoid. Eucalyptol is an ingredient in many brands of mouthwash and cough suppressant. It controls airway mucus hypersecretion and asthma via anti-inflammatory cytokine inhibition. Eucalyptol is an effective treatment for nonpurulent rhinosinusitis. Eucalyptol reduces inflammation and pain when applied topically. It kills leukaemia cells in vitro.
Synonyms
Cajeputol
1,8-cineol
1,8-Cineole
Eucalyptol
Cineole
Zineol
1,8-epoxy-p-menthane
1,8-oxido-p-menthane
Brand Names
ORAL-DENT Blue Mint
Rinse
Green MINT Mouth Rinse
Handy Solutions Cool Mint Listerine Antiseptic Mouthwash
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