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Peppermint leaf Menthae piperitae folium
Pfefferminzbltter
Published November 30, 1985; Revised March 13, 1990, and September 1, 1990
Name of Drug
Menthae piperitae folium, peppermint leaf.
Composition of Drug
Peppermint leaves consist of the fresh or dried leaf of Mentha x piperita L. [Fam. Lamiaceae], as well as its preparations in effective dosage.
The herb contains at least 1.2 percent (v/w) essential oil. Other ingredients are tannins characteristic of Lamiaceae.
Uses
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Spastic complaints of the gastrointestinal tract as well as gall bladder and bile ducts.
Contraindications
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In case of gallstones, use only after consultation with a physician.
Side Effects
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None known.
Interactions with Other Drugs
None known.
Dosage
Internal:
- 3 - 6 g of leaf;
- 5 - 15 g of tincture (according to Erg. B. 6 );
- equivalent preparations.
Mode of Administration
Cut herb for infusions, extracts of peppermint leaves for internal use.
Actions
Direct antispasmodic action on the smooth muscle of the digestive tract Choleretic Carminative
Note:There is a separate monograph for peppermint oil.
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