Question 1

can peppermint oil help relieve sciatica?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Topical peppermint oil to the back may relax the muscles and ease sciatic pain. Warm soaks in epsom salts can be helpful as well. 
Consider a prenatal massage if it persists.

Question 2

hi, my top teeth to the right the back tooth to the right just started hurting. when i bite down it hurts, is there any way to relieve the pain at home? i have peppermint oil would that help? 
thank you,
madison derryberry :?

Accepted Answer

NSAIDs: OTC pain meds will help for the short term, giving you time to get to see your dentist. Maxillary posterior teeth that hurt upon biting could be fractured, have a necrotic nerve, have a carious lesion, or have roots with close proximity to an inflamed sinus. In any event you need to see a local dentist to treat the dental issue or rule out any dental problems. Peppermint oil can burn your gums.

Question 3

i had ibs with excessive gas that causes discomfort ,how we can treat excessive gas formation in first place besides drugs for relief discomfort like peppermint oil or mebevrine that only reduce discomfort but not treat the problem of excessive gas ?

Accepted Answer

: If you are producing excessive amounts of gas, it is sometimes possible to pinpoint particular foods that are the culprits. It may take a visit with a nutritionist who deals specifically with IBS. Contact your gastroenterologist for a referral, if appropriate. Good luck.

Question 4

dose peppermint oil pills help conitsaption?

Accepted Answer

It helps IBS: It decreases spasm and pain. If that is the cause of the constipation it could help. Eating more fresh vegetables like spinach or other dark greens , and laxative fruits like prunes, avoiding processed dehydrated salty foods, avoiding dehydration, and getting a good night sleep, moving through the day, and lowering stress will help as well.

Question 5

i was wondering why do people take peppermint oil capsules?

Accepted Answer

Relax the esophagus: It can be used to relieve the feeling of fullness after a large meal-like a peppermint is given in some restaurants. In theory, the esophagus relaxes, one can "eructate" (burp) and then feel less full.

Question 6

i accidently swallowed peppermint oil will i be okay?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Peppermint oil has traditionally been used to calm a queasy stomach, help with nausea, and ease gas.  It is not toxic.

Question 7

what are the side effects of taking peppermint oil capsules?

Accepted Answer

Peppermint oil: Ingestion of too much peppermint oil can cause nausea/ vomiting, abdominal pain, v heart rate, respiratory problems, dizziness, seizures or loss of consciousness.

Question 8

i read that there are side effects of using peppermint oil capsules, as with any drug, but are they severe?

Accepted Answer

Generally Safe: Probably safe in the short term (less than 8 weeks). Heartburn, allergic reactions, flushing, headache and mouth sores are most common.  Since peppermint is processed in the liver, check with your physician to make sure that there are no interactions with other medications you are taking that are also processed along similar pathways in the liver.

Question 9

i am pretty sure i have sibo because of my symptoms and researches online. taking peppermint oil (ibguard) really helped. should i take it forever?

Accepted Answer

No: Take as needed. It has helped you. You can get off and see when symptoms return and take as needed. You would know if you have to do it on long term basis

Question 10

what else can i take if peppermint oil isn't relieving my nausea?

Accepted Answer

Several things: Try ginger root.  You can use it in stir frys.  Also fennel root and fennel seeds are good as is oregano.

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Hi, my top teeth to the right the back tooth to the right just started hurting. when i bite down it hurts, is there any way to relieve the pain at home? i have peppermint oil would that help? thank you, madison derryberry :?

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I had ibs with excessive gas that causes discomfort ,how we can treat excessive gas formation in first place besides drugs for relief discomfort like peppermint oil or mebevrine that only reduce discomfort but not treat the problem of excessive gas ?

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Dose peppermint oil pills help conitsaption?

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I was wondering why do people take peppermint oil capsules?

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I accidently swallowed peppermint oil will i be okay?

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What are the side effects of taking peppermint oil capsules?

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I read that there are side effects of using peppermint oil capsules, as with any drug, but are they severe?

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I am pretty sure i have sibo because of my symptoms and researches online. taking peppermint oil (ibguard) really helped. should i take it forever?

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What else can i take if peppermint oil isn't relieving my nausea?

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