Menthae piperitae folium - herbal medicinal product
European Medicines Agency
EMA recognizes traditional use of peppermint leaf for indigestion and flatulence; this does not convert IBS peppermint-oil evidence into a generic leaf claim.
Reviewed guidance
Peppermint for intestinal gas
Peppermint leaf has recognized traditional use for digestion-related complaints such as indigestion and flatulence.
What this means
Traditional short-term relief of digestion-related symptoms including flatulence using peppermint-leaf preparations.
How to use it: To use peppermint leaves, you can brew peppermint tea by steeping one to two teaspoons of fresh or dried leaves in hot water for 5-10 minutes, drinking one to two cups daily before or after meals. Alternatively, you can chew fresh leaves directly to release digestive enzymes and menthol, or add chopped leaves to salads and water for a milder, continuous digestive effect.
Safety & cautions
Peppermint leaf can worsen heartburn or reflux. People with gallstones or other biliary problems should use caution. Do not ingest undiluted peppermint essential oil as a substitute for a labeled oral product.
Get medical care for symptoms that are severe, last longer than expected, get worse, or otherwise concern you.
Household preparations
Practical ways to use the ingredient may not provide the same form or amount discussed in the evidence.
Evidence transparency
Evidence & sources
Symptoms & Causes of Gas in the Digestive Tract
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
Gas symptoms may reflect several disorders; symptom context should guide whether self-care or evaluation is appropriate.