Mentha piperita Linn.

Primary Characteristics

Primary Characteristics

Mentha piperita Linn.belongs to Labiatae, family.
The Arabic Names for this herb are Faodanj , Fotanj , N'anaa, Fotanj.
The English Names for this herb are Brandy Mint, Mint, Peppermint.
The Urdu Names for this herb are Fudanj, Phodno, Podina, Pudna.

Pharmacological Actions

Leaves:

  • Absorbent
  • Anaesthetic
  • Anthelmintic
  • Anti-emetic
  • Anti-pruritic
  • Anti-septic
  • Anti-spasmodic
  • Antidote
  • Appetizer
  • Aromatic
  • Carminative
  • Diaphoretic
  • Diuretic
  • Emmenagogue
  • Emollient
  • Enzymes Activator
  • Expectorant
  • Insect-repellent
  • Local Anaesthetic
  • Peripheral Vasodilator
  • Refrigerant
  • Resolvent
  • Rubefacient
  • Sedative
  • Stimulant
  • Stomachic
  • Uterine Tonic


  • Oil:
  • Aphrodisiac
  • Increases Blood Flow to the Area
  • Local Anaesthetic
  • Mild Antiseptic
  • Nervine Stimulant


  • Indications

    The Indications of Mentha piperita Linn. are Vomiting, Catarrh, Dysmenorrhoea, Flatulence, Nausea, Colic, Infantile Convulsions, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Ulcerative Colitis, Poor Appetite, Travel Sickness.

    The Indications of Leaves of Mentha piperita Linn. are Hiccup, Stomachache, Fever, Sinusitis, Chronic Indigestion, Cholera, Menstrual irregularity, Bronchitis, Stomach Debility.

    The Indications of Oil of Mentha piperita Linn. are Rheumatism, Neuralgia, Toothache.

    The Indications of Decoction (leaves) of Mentha piperita Linn. are Cough, Fever, Jaundice, Cholera, Eczema.

    No Contra Indication information is available for Mentha piperita Linn..

    Temperaments

    The Temperament of Mentha piperita Linn. is 2nd order, warm and dry.

    Available Brands

    BrandManufacturer/Mnf. Representative
    ALLERGEXQARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD
    AMRAT DHARAQARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD
    ARQ SHIRINQARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD
    CHUARQAQARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD
    EXPECTUMQARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD
    FAULADI TONICQARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD
    GESTOFILL (LIQUID)QARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD
    GESTOPAN (LIQUID)QARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD
    HOOPINIL (SYRUP)QARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD
    LAL SHARBATQARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD
    RENEXQARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD
    RENO TABQARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD
    SAFOOF-E- TABKHIRQARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD
    SHAAFI JOSHANDAHerbion Pakistan Pvt Ltd.
    SURCUFQARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD
    SURFICOL TABLETSQARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD
    TIRYAQ-E-NAZLAHamdard laboratories Waqf Pakistan
    TONZILHamdard laboratories Waqf Pakistan

    Compound Preparations

    Mentha piperita Linn. is used in the preparation of Arq Ajeeb, Arq Hazim, Arq Pan, Arq Podinah, Halwai-Supari Pak, Jawarish Anarain, Jawarish Podinah, Jawarish Tamr Hindi, Khuban, Laooq Mo'tadil, Lubub Kabir, Ma'jun Baladur, Ma'jun Fotinji, Ma'jun Khadar, Ma'jun Nankhwah, Ma'jun Sangdana Murgh, Qurs Podinah, Ruhe Podinah, Safuf Na'na, Sikanjbin Na'na, Zimad Ushaq compounds.

    Dosage

    PartDoseInstruction
    Whole Herb3.000g - 5.000gN/A
    LeavesN/A

    Herb's Description

    Mentha piperita Linn.. A perennial glabrous strong scented herb. Leaves petioled 2.5-10 cm; acute or obtuse at the base, coarsely serrate, smooth above, rarely sparingly hairy on the nerves below, ovate or oblong-lanceolate, upper smaller, sometimes bracteiform. Whorls in terminal spikes. Spikes cylindric, interrupted below. Bracts minute, pedicels and flowers glabrous, or very sparingly hispid. Calyx often and perhaps a cross between M. viridis Linn.and M. aquatica Linn.

    Taste Odor & Occurrence

    Occurence: It occurs in Afghanistan, Asia, Australia, Europe, India, Iran, Kashmir, North America, Pakistan.. It thrives well in humid and temperate climates and is sensitive to drought. It grows well on light calcareous or deep rich loams in open sunny situations.
    Odor: The odor of Mentha piperita Linn. is Aromatic
    Taste: Pungent

    Substitutes

    No information regarding Mentha piperita Linn.'s substitute is currently available.

    Active Constituents

    Mentha piperita Linn.'s Active constituents:

    Antidotes

    No information regarding Mentha piperita Linn.'s antidot is currently available.

    Warning & Precautions

    May cause abortion,uterine contraction,hence during pregnancy should be avoided.Being nerves stimulant may increase nervous excitability and anxiety.The oil may cause allergic reactions.Large quantities of herb or its active ingredients are not advised for internal use in children.

    Toxicity

    Currently no Toxicity information is available for Mentha piperita Linn.. (work in progress)