Peppermint oil - Muscle spasm
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PAD Profile
ChemicalSubstance :
Peppermint oil
Indication :
Muscle spasm
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Keywords :
smooth muscle spasm, bowel colic, stomach cramps, muscle cramps, gastro intestinal muscle cramps, gastro intestinal antispamodics, irritable bowel syndrome, IBS
Brand Names Include :
Mintec, Colpermin
Important Information :
The gastro-resistant capsules (Mintec®) are the most cost-effective option for Primary Care.
The modified-release capsules (Colpermin) contain arachis oil - not be taken by patients with a known peanut allergy
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Committee Recommendations (1)
This drug has been agreed as appropriate for initiation in Primary Care and/or continued in Primary Care following a recommendation from specialists in other health care sectors. Following consideration by the PCN, it has been assigned a GREEN traffic light status.
Mintec is 30% less costly than Colpermin in primary care (BNF Mar 2016)
Mintec is 30% less costly than Colpermin in primary care (BNF Mar 2016)