December 07, 2022

Peppermint 1:2 (Mentha Piperita)

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)