It is used in treating indigestion, sore throats, colds and toothache, among others. Peppermint, and other herbal teas are being consumed in increasing quantities by the general population purely for enjoyment rather than for their medicinal activity. The herb is cut just before flowering, from the end of July to the end of August. Peppermint is a powerful diffusive stimulant, antispasmodic, carminative, stomachic, and weak anodyne. It undoubtedly possesses marked antiseptic properties.
Peppermint tea is used also for palpitation of the heart.
Boiled in milk and drunk hot Peppermint herb is good for abdominal pains. It may be used in many conditions in combination with other herbs.