Rubefacients

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Liniments or other preparations containing ammonia and/or essential oils (rosemary oil, turpentine oil), camphor and pungent substances ( capsaicin) which increase blood circulation in the skin or irritate the skin nerves

Indication
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Pruritus, circulatory problems, pernio.

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Benzyl nicotinate; Benzyl nicotinate;

Outgoing links (3)

Capsaicin; Perniones; Pruritus;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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