Peppermint oil can be used internally by taking 1 to 3 drops with boiled water, or it can be applied to the affected area for external use, and the specific medication should be followed by the doctor’s instructions.
Peppermint oil, as a kind of Chinese medicine, is the volatile oil obtained from the distillation of the fresh stem and leaves of peppermint, family Labiatae, which is pungent in flavor and cool in nature. The herbal medicine has the medicinal effect of clearing away wind and heat, and is mainly used in the treatment of external wind-heat, headache, sore throat, toothache, itchy skin, etc. The specific effect of the medication varies from person to person.
Peppermint oil can be used internally and externally, and it is recommended to take 1 to 3 drops of peppermint oil with boiled water internally, and rub it onto the affected area externally. Specific medication matters should be carried out under the guidance of a specialist, not unauthorized use of medication, in order to avoid adverse consequences.