Peppermint oil overdose

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Peppermint oil overdose

Definition

Peppermint oil is an oil made from the peppermint plant. Peppermint oil overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of this medication.

Poisonous Ingredient

Menthol

Where Found

Peppermint oil is used as a flavoring agent in various products. It is also used:

As a germ-killing (antiseptic) product
As a numbing (anesthetic) product
In herbal medicine to relieve spasms

Note: This list may not include all uses of peppermint oil.

Review Date: 2/27/2008
Reviewed By: Stephen C. Acosta, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, Portland VA Medical Center, Portland, OR. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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