Peppermint oil improves abdominal symptoms in children with irritable bowel syndrome. - GreenMedInfo Summary
Abstract Title:
Enteric-coated, pH-dependent peppermint oil capsules for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome in children.
Abstract Source:
J Pediatr. 2001 Jan;138(1):125-8. PMID: 11148527
Abstract:
In a randomized, double-blind controlled trial, 42 children with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) were given pH-dependent, enteric-coated peppermint oil capsules or placebo. After 2 weeks, 75% of those receiving peppermint oil had reduced severity of pain associated with IBS. Peppermint oil may be used as a therapeutic agent during the symptomatic phase of IBS.
Article Published Date : Jan 01, 2001
Study Type : Human Study
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Substances : Peppermint : CK(499) : AC(94)
Additional Keywords : Children : CK(22) : AC(3)