Peppermint Oil, Caraway Oil

Products Carmenthin and Gaspan were approved in many countries in 2019 in the form of enteric-coated soft capsules. In Germany, the drug has been on the market for some time. Structure and properties The capsules contain two essential oils, peppermint oil and caraway oil. This combination is also known as menthacarin. The enteric-coated capsules release … Peppermint Oil, Caraway Oil

Peppermint Oil Capsules

Products Enteric-coated capsules containing peppermint oil have been approved in many countries since 1983 (Colpermin). Structure and properties Peppermint oil (Menthae piperitae aetheroleum) is the essential oil obtained from the fresh, flowering aerial parts of L. by steam distillation. It exists as a colorless to pale yellow or pale greenish-yellow liquid with a typical odor … Peppermint Oil Capsules

Horse Balm

Products The original horse balms are, for example, “Strong Green Ointment ad. us. vet.” or “Green Gel ad. us. vet.” In the past, these veterinary medicines were also used in humans, an application for which they are not approved and which is not without problems. We recommend not to use these veterinary medicines in humans … Horse Balm

Creams

Products Creams (High German: Cremes) are commercially available as medicinal products, cosmetics and medical devices. Creams are available in numerous variations, for example as hand creams, day and night creams, sun creams and fat creams. Structure and properties Creams are semi-solid preparations usually intended for application to the skin or mucous membrane. They are multiphase … Creams

Home Remedies for Mood Swings

Stress, lack of sleep or gloomy and dark weather: all these factors can have a negative impact on our mood and lead to mood swings. However, short-term dejection is not a cause for concern. It will pass and can be effectively banished with simple home remedies. Light and heat, as well as herbs and exercise, … Home Remedies for Mood Swings

Essential Oil Inhalation

Products Essential oils for inhalation are commercially available as drops and in the form of effervescent tablets (e.g., Inhalant, Nasobol Inhalo, Pinimenthol, Olbas, JHP Rödler), among others. They can also be self-mixed or used individually. Structure and properties The products contain the following essential oils or their active ingredients, among others: Cineole Eucalyptus oil Spruce … Essential Oil Inhalation

Insect Bites

Symptoms Three different main courses can be distinguished: 1. A mild, local reaction manifests as burning, pain, itching, redness of the skin, and formation of a large wheal. The symptoms improve within 4-6 hours. 2. in a moderately severe course, there is a more severe local reaction, with symptoms such as reddening of the skin … Insect Bites

Lipids

Structure and properties Lipids are characterized by being soluble in organic (apolar) solvents and generally sparingly soluble or insoluble in water. They have lipophilic (fat-loving, water-repellent) properties. Lipids also exist, with polar structural elements such as the phospholipids or ionized fatty acids. They are called amphiphilic and can form lipid bilayers, liposomes and micelles. For … Lipids

Lip Balm

Products Lip balms are available in numerous variants from many suppliers in retail and specialty stores. The best-known brand in German-speaking countries is Labello. Labello is also used as a synonym for the general term lip pomade. Pomade (with an m) derives from, French for ointment. Lip pomades can also be homemade, see Homemade lip … Lip Balm

Repellents

Products Repellents are mostly used in the form of sprays. In addition, lotions, creams, wristbands and evaporators, for example, are also commercially available. Effects Repellents have insect and/or mite repellent properties, meaning they prevent biting or being bitten by parasites such as mosquitoes and ticks, as well as biting insects such as wasps. The products … Repellents

Blisters on the Feet

Symptoms Blisters occur on the feet during high-impact activities, such as hiking, jogging, playing sports, or during military service. They also occur on the hands, such as during rowing, manual labor, or gardening. The formation of a skin blister begins with a feeling of warmth and redness and progresses to a burning sensation, forming a … Blisters on the Feet