Country: Միացյալ Թագավորություն
language: անգլերեն
source: MHRA (Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency)
Peppermint oil
A A H Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Peppermint oil
.5microlitre/1ml
Oral solution
No Controlled Drug Status
Valid as a prescribable product
BNF: 19060100
100MM MEASUREMENT VERIFICATION BAR Patient Information Leaflet Peppermint oil (Mentha x piperita L.) IN THIS LEAFLET: 1. What Peppermint Water BP 1973 is and what it is used for 2. Before you take Peppermint Water BP 1973 3. How to take Peppermint Water BP 1973 4. Possible side effects 5. How to store Peppermint Water BP 1973 6. Further Information. 1. WHAT PEPPERMINT WATER BP 1973 IS AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR • Peppermint Water BP 1973 is a traditional herbal medicinal product containing 2.5 microlitres of Peppermint _Mentha_ x _piperita_ L.) in each 5ml oral solution. • Peppermint oil belongs to a group of products known as anti-flatulents. • A traditional herbal medicinal product used for the symptomatic relief of minor digestive complaints such as dyspepsia, flatulence and stomach cramps, based on traditional use only. 2. BEFORE YOU TAKE PEPPERMINT WATER BP 1973 DO NOT TAKE THIS PRODUCT IF YOU: • are allergic to any of the ingredients listed in this leaflet, or menthol, which is found in Peppermint Oil • are under 12 years old • have problems with your bile duct e.g. infection, blockage or inflammation of your bile duct or gallstones or other biliary problems • are suffering from heartburn, or hiatus hernia, as it may make it worse • have an ulcer in your mouth, stomach or gut. PREGNANCY AND BREAST-FEEDING Peppermint Water BP 1973 is not recommended during pregnancy and lactation. You should consult your doctor, pharmacist or qualified healthcare practitioner if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. DRIVING AND USING MACHINES No studies on the ability to drive and use machines have been performed. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT SOME OF THE INGREDIENTS OF PEPPERMINT WATER BP 1973 This product also contains sodium methyl, ethyl and propyl hydroxybenzoates (E219, E215 and E217) which may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed). 3. HOW TO TAKE PEPPERMINT WATER BP 1973 Always shake the bottle thoroughly before use. Peppermint Water BP 1973 is taken by mouth. The dose can vary widely according to the le read_full_document
SUMMARY OF PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS 1 NAME OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT Peppermint Water BP 1973 2 QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE COMPOSITION Each 5ml of oral solution contains 2.5 microlitres of Peppermint oil (_Mentha _x_ _ _piperita _L.) Excipients: Each 5 ml of oral solution contains 10 mg Nipasept Sodium, comprising; sodium methyl, ethyl and propyl parahydroxybenzoates. For a full list of excipients, see section 6.1 3 PHARMACEUTICAL FORM Oral Solution Clear and colourless 4 CLINICAL PARTICULARS 4.1 THERAPEUTIC INDICATIONS A traditional herbal medicinal product used for the symptomatic relief of minor digestive complaints such as dyspepsia, flatulence and stomach cramps, based on traditional use only. 4.2 POSOLOGY AND METHOD OF ADMINISTRATION Adults, the elderly and children over 12 years of age: Two - eight 5 ml spoonfuls to be taken 3-4 times daily, as required This product is not recommended for use in children aged 12 years and under (see ‘Section 4.4. Special warnings and precautions for use’) If symptoms worsen, or persist for more than 2 weeks, a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner should be consulted. 4.3 CONTRAINDICATIONS Hypersensitivity to Peppermint Oil preparations, menthol or any of the excipients. Obstructions of bile ducts, cholangitis, gallstones, and any other biliary diseases. 4.4 SPECIAL WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE Do not exceed the stated dose Patients who already suffer from gastroesophageal reflux (heartburn) or hiatal hernia sometimes have an exacerbation of this symptom after taking peppermint oil. Treatment should be discontinued in these patients. Peppermint oil should be used with caution with inflamed and ulcerated conditions of the gastrointestinal tract. This product contains sodium methyl, ethyl, propyl parahydroxybenzoates [E219, E215 and E217] and should not be used by patients who are allergic to hydroxybenzoates. Allergic reactions may be delayed in onset. The use in children under 12 years is not recommended as data is not sufficient and medical advice should be read_full_document