PEPPERMINT OIL
About PEPPERMINT OIL
PEPPERMINT OIL belongs to the class of 'antimicrobial agents,' primarily used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), indigestion, Crohn's disease (chronic inflammatory bowel disease), ulcerative colitis (inflammation in the colon), and heartburn. Irritable bowel syndrome is an intestinal disorder, which causes stomach pain, wind, constipation, and diarrhoea.
PEPPERMINT OIL contains peppermint oil, an essential oil extracted from peppermint leaves. It is an antispasmodic agent that prevents spasms in the gastrointestinal tract. It also promotes the bile flow and relaxes the muscles of the gastrointestinal tract, thus easing the symptoms of reflux.
Your doctor will advise the appropriate dose that suits your medical condition. Although peppermint oil is generally well-tolerated, some may experience common side effects like heartburn and a burning sensation in the rectal area. These side effects may not occur in every patient using this medication and differ individually. If the side effects persist longer or worsen, please seek a doctor's advice.
Let your doctor know if you are sensitive or allergic to PEPPERMINT OIL or any other medications. Before using PEPPERMINT OIL, let your doctor know if you have any medical history. PEPPERMINT OIL is not recommended for patients with the absence of hydrochloric acid in gastric secretions (a condition called achlorhydria). Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using PEPPERMINT OIL. It is not recommended for use in children unless the doctor has advised.
Uses of PEPPERMINT OIL
Medicinal Benefits
PEPPERMINT OIL contains peppermint oil, an antispasmodic agent that prevents spasms in the gastrointestinal tract. It is a digestive aid that treats indigestion and heartburn. It also promotes the flow of bile and relaxes the muscles of the gastrointestinal tract, and thus eases the symptoms of reflux.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of PEPPERMINT OIL
- Heartburn
- Burning sensation in the rectal area
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): It is also termed as IBS colitis, mucous colitis, spastic colon, nervous colon, and spastic bowel. It is an inflammatory bowel disease that affects the large intestine. Symptoms of an IBS include abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhoea, mucus in stools, wind, constipation, tiredness, anxiety, depression, heartburn, indigestion, and headaches. IBS can be controlled by managing diet excluding certain intolerant foods, lifestyle and stress. It is more commonly found in people in their late teens to early 40s.
FAQs
PEPPERMINT OIL consists of peppermint oil. It works by relaxing the gastrointestinal (GI) muscles and promoting bile flow, thereby relieving spasms in the stomach and intestine, heartburn, and other GI discomforts.
Use PEPPERMINT OIL with caution and only under the doctor's supervision if you have any pre-existing medical concerns, other severe stomach and intestinal problems, and absence of hydrochloric acid in the gastric secretions (achlorhydria).
Though peppermint oil is used to treat heartburn and other digestive issues, some people may not tolerate it and may experience heartburn when the enteric coating breaks down more quickly. This breakdown usually occurs when you take peppermint oil along with other medications that treat reflux or heartburn. Hence it is advised to maintain a gap of at least two hours between such drugs and enteric-coated peppermint products.
If you suffer from IBS, limit taking high fibre foods, foods, and drinks containing chocolate, alcohol, caffeine, fructose, sorbitol, carbonated drinks, fried, and fatty foods. Do not have large meals; instead, try having small and simpler meals at regular intervals, including fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet.
