Non Aqueous Liquids Liniments Flashcards
From Latin: Linere
Meaning: anoint
Liniment
Solution or mixture of various substances in oil, alcoholic solution of soap, or emulsion intended for external application.
Liniment
Linere
Anoint
Applied with friction and rubbing to the affected area and that is why they are called embrocation
Liniment
Another term for liniment that means:
to rub
Embrocation
Applied by rubbing or massaging the affected area, but not applied to broken or bruised skin
Liniment
Why are liniments not applied broken or bruised skin
Because there is a tendency for excessive irritation
Examples of liniment commonly available in the market
Bengay
Omega painkiller
White flower embrocation
Efficascent oil
Pau liniment
Factors for selecting a vehicle for liniments
1 Desired action
2 Solubility of the component in various solvent
Type of liniment intended generally for the following effects:
Rubefacient
Counter irritant
Mild astringent
Penetrating
Alcoholic liniment
Type of liniment that penetrates the skin more readily than oil base
Alcoholic liniment
Substance for topical application that produces redness on the skin due to dilation of the capillaries and an increase in blood circulation
Rubefacient
Produces irritation or discomfort, but will now divert attention from another
Agent applied topically to produce superficial inflammation with object reducing inflammation in deeper adjacent structures.
Counter irritant
Deeper part of the skin
Penetrating
Relieves minor skin irritation
Mild astringent