Peppermint may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Some people may have an allergic reaction. Peppermint is often sold as an herbal supplement. As with any herb or medicine, peppermint oil can cause side effects. Peppermint should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor. Medicinal use of this product has not been approved by the FDA. It is not certain whether peppermint is effective in treating any medical condition. If you use essential oils, you should tell your healthcare providers. Other uses not proven with research have included dental plaque, bad breath, hot flashes, pain caused by shingles, itchy skin, toothaches, infections, muscle pain, and others. Reactions can range from mild itchiness and sneezing to more severe reactions such as difficulty breathing. However, research has shown that peppermint may not be effective in treating these conditions. Peppermint has also been used to treat nausea and recovery after surgery. Peppermint has been used in alternative medicine as a possibly effective aid in treating irritable bowel syndrome, breast feeding discomfort, heartburn, migraines, tension headache and to reduce spasms during endoscopy and colon exams. Peppermint is a plant also known as Brandy Mint, Extract of Mentha Piperita, Extract of Peppermint, Extrait de Feuilles de Menthe de Poivrée, Herba Menthae, Menta Piperita, Mentha arvensis, Mint, Mint Balm, Paparaminta, Peppermint Extract, Peppermint Leaf, Peppermint Leaf Extract, Peppermint Oil, Western Peppermint, and other names.
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