Screenshot 2024 12 07 184304 Liniments and Lotions: Definition, Types, Composition, Properties, Advantages, Disadvantages

Liniments and Lotions: Definition, Types, Composition, Properties, Advantages, Disadvantages

Liniments: Liniments are medicated topical formulations designed for external application to the skin. They are typically liquids or semiliquids and are intended to provide relief from pain, stiffness, or inflammation. Liniments are usually rubbed onto the skin, creating a warming or cooling sensation. Characteristics of Liniments 1. Consistency: Thin, fluid-like, or slightly viscous for easy […]

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Cinnamon (Cinnamomum spp.): General Introduction, Composition, Chemistry, Bio-Sources, Therapeutic Uses, and Commercial Applications

General Introduction Cinnamon is one of the oldest known spices, derived from the inner bark of trees belonging to the Cinnamomum genus, primarily Cinnamomum verum (True Cinnamon or Ceylon Cinnamon) and Cinnamomum cassia (Cassia). It is native to Sri Lanka, India, China, and Southeast Asia. Cinnamon is highly valued for its sweet, warm aroma and […]