Peppermint leaves (Menthae piperitae folia)

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Dosage form: & nbspleaves crushed
Composition:

Peppermint leaves.

Characteristic

Peppermint leaves contain an essential oil, which includes menthol and its esters (3-pinene, limonene, cineole, etc.); organic acids, tannins, flavonoids and other biologically active substances.

Description:

Pieces of leaves of various shapes, up to 10 mm and larger, with an admixture of flowers and buds. The color of the leaves is from light green to dark green. The smell is strong, fragrant. The taste of the water extract is slightly burning, cooling.

Pharmacotherapeutic group:Spasmolytic agent of plant origin
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    • Pharmacodynamics:

    Infusion of peppermint leaves has spasmolytic, calming, choleretic, antiemetic and locally irritating effects.

    Indications:

    Symptomatic therapy: spasms of smooth muscles of the gastrointestinal tract, nausea, vomiting.

    Contraindications:Hypersensitivity to mint preparations, early childhood to 3 years.
    Pregnancy and lactation:

    Application during pregnancy and during breastfeeding is possible if the expected benefit to the mother exceeds the potential risk to the fetus and the baby. It is necessary to consult a doctor.

    Dosing and Administration:

    About 5 g (1 tablespoon) of peppermint leaves are placed in enameled pots, poured into 200 ml (1 glass) of hot boiled water, covered with a lid and heated in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes, cooled at room temperature for 45 minutes, filtered, left raw materials squeeze out. The volume of the infusion obtained is adjusted to 200 ml with boiled water.

    Accepted inwards 2-3 times a day for 15 minutes before meals: children from 3 to 6 years - 1 dessert spoon, children from 6 to 14 years - 1 to 2 tablespoons, children over 14 years and adults - 1/3 cup .

    Before use, the infusion is recommended to be shaken.

    Side effects:

    Allergic reactions are possible.

    Overdose:

    Cases of overdose have not been registered to date.

    Interaction:

    Not described.

    Special instructions:

    If symptoms persist while taking the drug, you should consult a doctor.

    Effect on the ability to drive transp. cf. and fur:

    The drug has no effect on the ability to perform potentially hazardous activities requiring increased concentration of attention and speed of psychomotor reactions (including driving, working with moving mechanisms).

    Form release / dosage:The leaves are crushed.
    Packaging:

    For 50 grams in a pack of cardboard with an inner paper bag.

    The full text of the instruction is applied to the pack.

    Storage conditions:

    In a dry place protected from light.

    The ready infusion is stored in a cool place for no more than 2 days.

    Keep out of the reach of children.

    Shelf life:

    2 years.

    Do not use after expiry date.

    Terms of leave from pharmacies:Without recipe
    Registration number:LP-001092
    Date of registration:03.11.2011
    Expiration Date:Unlimited
    The owner of the registration certificate:MAGNOLIA SMPP, LLC MAGNOLIA SMPP, LLC Russia
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    Representation: & nbspMAGNOLIA SMPP, LLCMAGNOLIA SMPP, LLC
    Information update date: & nbsp21.05.2018
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