| abstract |
Adjuvants for preventing adaptation to odors comprising one or compounds havingnthe following formula (1):n nwherein R1 is a C1 to C8 lower alkyl group or a C7 to C9 aralkyl group, and R2 is anhydrogen atom or a C1 to C8 lower alkyl group, are described, as are compositionsncontaining the same, and methods for preventing the adaptation to odors. Methods fornincreasing intracellular calcium ion levels and for prolonging the sensory response ofnchemoreceptive cells also described. |