Ny, Melissa2010-07-292010-07-292010-07-29https://hdl.handle.net/11299/92595The information provided in this handout does not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Minnesota Medical School physicians and faculty. These materials are provided for informational purposes only and are in no way intended to take the place of the advice and recommendations of your personal health care provider. You use the information provided in these handouts at your own risk.Enteric-coated peppermint oil is a safe and effective agent for relieving abdominal pain and discomfort, and for improving some aspects of quality of life in patients with IBS. Adverse effects are generally mild, transient, and well-tolerated, the most frequently reported symptoms being heartburn, headache, and dizziness.en-USPeppermint oilIrritable Bowel SyndromeIBSAbdominal PainAbdominal discomfortEnteric-coated peppermint oil improves abdominal pain and discomfort in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)Other