PEPPERMINT OIL
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· Peppermint oil acts by relaxing the muscles in the intestines and esophagus which allows easier passing of gas and reduced cramps.
· Use enteric coated peppermint oil tablets when possible since they are the best studied and often reduce any incidence of heart burn associated with this product.
· For gastric symptoms, use two 187mg tablets three times daily.
· Take this product 30 minutes before meals for maximum benefit.
· Onset of action is 15-30 minutes but maximum benefit may take up to 4 weeks.
· Common side effects of this medication include heartburn, gastrointestinal upset, perianal burning, hypersensitivity reactions and blurred vision.
· Stop taking this medication if you have an allergic reaction to it.
References
1. Capello G, et al. Peppermint oil (Mintoil©) in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: A prospective double blind placebo-controlled randomized trial. Digestive and Liver Diseases, 2007; 39:530-536.
2. Bachynsky J, et al. Patient Self Care: Helping Patients Make Therapeutic Choices 2nd Edition. Canadian Pharmacists Association, Ottawa; 2012.
3. Hawthorn M, et al. The actions of peppermint oil and menthol on calcium channel dependent processes in intestinal, neuronal, and cardiac preparations. Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 1988; 2: 101-118.
4. Monograph: Peppermint Oil. Natural Standard: The Authority on Integrative Medicine. Cambridge Mass. Retrieved July 2 from www.naturalstandard.com.
5. Krinsky D, et al. Handbook of Non-prescription drugs: an interactive approach to self care 17th edition. American Pharmacists Association, Washington, DC; 2012.
6. Merat S, et al. The Effect of Enteric Coated, Delayed Release Peppermint Oil on Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Digestive Disease Sciences, 2010; 55: 1385-1390.
7. Kline R, et al. Enteric-coated, pH-dependent peppermint oil capsules for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome in children. Journal of Pediatrics, 2001; 138:1-7.
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· Peppermint oil acts by relaxing the muscles in the intestines and esophagus which allows easier passing of gas and reduced cramps.
· Use enteric coated peppermint oil tablets when possible since they are the best studied and often reduce any incidence of heart burn associated with this product.
· For gastric symptoms, use two 187mg tablets three times daily.
· Take this product 30 minutes before meals for maximum benefit.
· Onset of action is 15-30 minutes but maximum benefit may take up to 4 weeks.
· Common side effects of this medication include heartburn, gastrointestinal upset, perianal burning, hypersensitivity reactions and blurred vision.
· Stop taking this medication if you have an allergic reaction to it.
References
1. Capello G, et al. Peppermint oil (Mintoil©) in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: A prospective double blind placebo-controlled randomized trial. Digestive and Liver Diseases, 2007; 39:530-536.
2. Bachynsky J, et al. Patient Self Care: Helping Patients Make Therapeutic Choices 2nd Edition. Canadian Pharmacists Association, Ottawa; 2012.
3. Hawthorn M, et al. The actions of peppermint oil and menthol on calcium channel dependent processes in intestinal, neuronal, and cardiac preparations. Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 1988; 2: 101-118.
4. Monograph: Peppermint Oil. Natural Standard: The Authority on Integrative Medicine. Cambridge Mass. Retrieved July 2 from www.naturalstandard.com.
5. Krinsky D, et al. Handbook of Non-prescription drugs: an interactive approach to self care 17th edition. American Pharmacists Association, Washington, DC; 2012.
6. Merat S, et al. The Effect of Enteric Coated, Delayed Release Peppermint Oil on Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Digestive Disease Sciences, 2010; 55: 1385-1390.
7. Kline R, et al. Enteric-coated, pH-dependent peppermint oil capsules for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome in children. Journal of Pediatrics, 2001; 138:1-7.
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