Suggested Dosing
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
0.2-0.4 ml PO TID between meals
Inhaled for Postoperative Nausea
0.2 mL in 2 mL of isotonic saline
Topical for Tension Headaches
Apply topically PRN q15-30min
Suggested Uses
Colic, common cold, dysmenorrhea, indigestion, inflammation of mouth/pharynx, irritable bowel syndrome, nausea/vomiting, pain, respiratory infections, tension headaches
Efficacy
Possibly effective for listed uses
Adverse Effects
Frequency Not Defined
Allergic reactions
Burning mouth syndrome
Diarrhea
Flushing
Headache
Heartburn
Mouth ulcers
From Topical Use: Bronchospasm (peds)
Contact dermatitis
Laryngospasm (peds)
Respiratory collapse
Skin irritation
From Overdose: Acute renal failure
Interstitial nephritis
Warnings
Contraindications
Achlorhydria (enteric coated caps), infants, children
Cautions
Hiatal hernia
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy Category: avoid use
Lactation: avoid use
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Pharmacology
Metabolism: N/A
Excretion: N/A
Mechanism of Action
Menthol, flavonoids, azulene: spasmolytic, stim. bile production
