Description:
Peppermint is useful for indigestion and nausea
Dosage:
1-5 mls per day, 10-40 mls per week
Parts Used:
Leaf
Main Actions:
- Antispasmodic
- Carminative
- Diaphoretic
Key Indications:
- Indigestion, colic
- Relief of nausea
- Relief of dysmenorrhoea, common cold
- Add to formulations as a flavouring
Major Safety Issues:
Contraindicated in gastro-oesophageal reflux. Caution is advised in lactation (may dry up milk)