II. Indications
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Pain Dominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Relaxes gastrointestinal Smooth Muscle
- Reduces pain, distention and Flatulence
- Liu (1997) J Gastroenterol 32:765-8 [PubMed]
- Kline (2001) J Pediatr 138:125-8 [PubMed]
- Reduction of spasm related to Colonoscopy, Barium Enema
- Non-Ulcer Dyspepsia
- Tension Headaches (Topical 10% Peppermint Oil)
III. Contraindications
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General
- Contraindications apply to doses listed below
- Tea is unlikely to cause any serious adverse effects
- Pregnancy
- May cause uterine bleeding
- Hiatal Hernia or severe Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Cholecystitis or Cholelithiasis
IV. Adverse Effects
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Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Peppermint decreases LES pressure
- Perianal burning
- Blurred Vision
- Nausea or Vomiting
V. Dosing
- Oral enteric coated oil (for gastrointestinal symptoms)
- Adult: 0.2 to 0.4 ml PO tid
- Child: 0.1 to 0.2 ml PO tid (if over age 8 years)
- Topical Peppermint Oil 10% (for Tension Headache)
- Applied to area of Headache
VI. References
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