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Brand Name :
balm mint, brandy mint, mentha piperita, white peppermint, aetheroleum, black peppermint, feuilles de menthe, menthe poivree,
Synonyms :
peppermint oil
Class :
Herbals Gastrointestinal Agents
Brand Name :
balm mint, brandy mint, mentha piperita, white peppermint, aetheroleum, black peppermint, feuilles de menthe, menthe poivree,
Synonyms :
peppermint oil
Class :
Herbals Gastrointestinal Agents
Suggested Dosing
Tension Headaches Topical
Whenever needed, topically apply every 15 to 30mins
Inhaled for Nausea Postoperative
In 2 mL of the isotonic saline solution, administer 0.2 ml
Administer 0.2ml to 0.4 ml orally thrice a day between the meals
Muscle Contraction Tension Headache
Whenever needed, topically apply every 15 to 30mins
In 2 mL of the isotonic saline solution, administer 0.2 ml
Administer 0.2ml to 0.4 ml orally thrice a day between the meals
it increases the nephrotoxicity of aminoglycosides
neomycin/polymyxin B/bacitracin topical
it increases the nephrotoxicity of aminoglycosides
it increases the nephrotoxicity of aminoglycosides
it increases the nephrotoxicity of aminoglycosides
it increases the nephrotoxicity of aminoglycosides
Frequency not defined
Burning mouth syndrome
Flushing
Headache
Mouth ulcers
Allergic reactions
Diarrhea
Heartburn
Topical Use
Laryngospasm (peds)
Skin irritation
Contact dermatitis
Respiratory collapse
Black box warning:
None
Contraindications/caution:
Contraindications:
Caution:
peppermint oil is not recommended for individuals with a hiatal hernia. A hiatal hernia occurs when a portion of the stomach pushes through the diaphragm into the chest cavity. This condition can lead to heartburn, acid reflux, and chest discomfort.
Pregnancy consideration: Avoid usage
Lactation: Avoid usage
Pregnancy category:
Category A: well-controlled and Satisfactory studies show no risk to the fetus in the first or later trimester.
Category B: there was no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal studies, and there were not enough studies on pregnant women.
Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.
Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women.
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category
Pharmacology:
Gastrointestinal Effects:
Analgesic Effects:
Antimicrobial Effects:
Respiratory Effects:
Pharmacokinetics:
N/A
Administration:
Patient information leaflet
Generic Name: peppermint oil
Why do we use peppermint oil?
peppermint oil has various uses and therapeutic benefits, including:
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