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Oleum Menthae

Name

Bo He You (Peppermint Oil)

  1. 薄荷油
  2. Bo He You
  3. Peppermint Oil
  4. Wild mint oil

The Effect of Oleum Menthae

Property

Pungent, cool.

Actions

Dispel wind and clear heat.

Indications

Sore throat, toothache, headache with hot eyes, affection of exogenous wind-heat, pruritus.

Dosage and Administrations

1~3 drops are taken with boiled water for oral taking. Proper dosage is for external application, applying on the affected area.