Advances in Basic Science and Clinical Studies on Peppermint Oil in Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
10.3969/j.issn.1008-7125.2017.02.014
- VernacularTitle:薄荷油治疗肠易激综合征的基础和临床研究进展
- Author:
Bin WANG
;
Wei ZHAO
;
Hong JIN
;
Lili ZHANG
;
Bangmao WANG
- Keywords:
Menthae Oil;
Irritable Bowel Syndrome;
Therapy
- From:
Chinese Journal of Gastroenterology
2017;22(2):118-120
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)is a commonly seen digestive system disease,and its pathogenesis is not fully clarified.The treatment of IBS includes change of life style and diet habit,medicine and psychotherapy,yet the therapeutic efficacy is not satisfactory.Studies have shown that peppermint oil is an effective drug for IBS,which can ameliorate symptoms of IBS and raise the patients'quality of life.This article reviewed the advances in basic science and clinical studies on peppermint oil in treatment of IBS.
