Antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory effects of the monoterpene α,β-epoxy-carvone in mice.

α,β-Epoxy-carvone (EC) is a monoterpene found in the essential oils of many species of plants. It can also be obtained by organic synthesis. EC exerts a depressant effect on the central nervous system and is also known to have anticonvulsant, antimicrobial and antioxidant effects.