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560P Botanical Medicines Herbs - Gerber > Clinical Application > Flashcards

Clinical Application Flashcards

1
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Garlic

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Prevention of atherosclerosis

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Ginkgo

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Cognitive decline & dementia, vertigo/tinnitus, peripheral arterial occlusive disease (PAOD)

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Onion

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prevention of age-related vascular changes

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Oat Bran

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Reduce total cholesterol

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Guar Gum

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Lower cholesterol

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Red Yeast Rice

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Lowering cholesterol

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Aloe vera

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Wound healing

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Calendula

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Inflammation of oral and pharyngeal mucosa, externally for wounds and ulcers

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Chamomile

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Inflammation of skin or mucous membranes, bacterial diseases of skin, mouth or gums, irritation/inflammation of respiratory tract, diseases of anogenital region.

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Comfrey

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Wound healing

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Witch Hazel

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Hemorrhoids, mild skin injuries, varicose veins, Local inflammation, cutaneous hyperemia

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Tea Tree oil

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Cuts, burns, insect bites. Antibacterial & antifungal

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Evening primrose oil

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Neurodermatitis, atopic dermatitis, atopic eczema (PMS and breast pain- “not strong enough for any condition”)

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Arnica

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Anti-inflammatory –external for hematomas, sprains, bruises, contusions, edema from fracture, rheumatic arthritis

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Bromelain

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Acute post-operative and post-traumatic swelling, esp. of sinuses.

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Boswellia (Frankincense)

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ulcerative colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis (none strong)

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Butterbur

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migraine

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Capsicum

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Painful muscle spasms, neuropathy pain, rheumatic complaints, pruritis

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Devils Claw

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Anorexia, indigestion, degenerative musculoskeletal disorders

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Feverfew

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Migraine prevention

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Willow Bark

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Febrile diseases, rheumatic complaints, headache, pain

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Hops

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Restlessness, sleep disturbance, tonic, diuretic, aromatic bitter, calmative

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Kava

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Anxiety

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Lavender

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Relaxing, sedative. Calm CNS, anxiety, anticonvulsant, antimicrobial, sleep

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Lemon Balm

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nervous sleep disorders and functional GI complaints, No strong evidence

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Passion Flower

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nervous unrest

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27
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St. John’s Wort

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Mild-moderate depression. Needs “several weeks” to see impact

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Valerian

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Sleep problems, restlessness, chronic insomnia, overall mood.

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Wormwood, Aka absinthe

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GI bitters (small doses), poor appetite, dyspeptic complaints, biliary dyskinesia, malaria & hepatitis

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30
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Butcher’s Broom

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Traditional use for heart support

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Foxglove

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Heart insufficiency (no longer used)

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Hawthorn

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Cardioprotective, Better survival of ischemia. Positively inotropic, stabilize heart rhythm, lowers high blood pressure.

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Horse Chestnut

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Reduce leg edema, chronic venous insufficiency

34
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Caraway

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Bloating, gas

35
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German Chamomile (GI-related)

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“no longer has a role in treatment of chronic gastritis, Crohn’s, or ulcerative colitis”

36
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Ginger

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dyspeptic complaints, travel sickness

37
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Licorice

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Gastric inflammation, topical for itching

38
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Peppermint

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Prevent colonic spasms, relax esophageal sphincter, IBS , colicky pain

39
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Turmeric

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Functional dyspepsia, irritable bowel, dysfunction of lower biliary tract

40
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Buckthorn

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Constipation - stimulant laxative

41
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Castor

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Constipation, bile stimulant

42
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Black Tea

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Reducing diarrhea

43
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Flax/ Linseed

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constipation

44
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Milk Thistle

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“Dyspeptic complaints,” “toxic liver damage,” support for chronic liver disease and cirrhosis

45
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Psyllium

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constipation - bulking and mucilaginous

46
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Brewer’s yeast

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Anti-diarrheal –traveler’s or gavage feeding. “loss of appetite, acne, furunculosis”

47
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Senna

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Constipation- stimulant laxative

48
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Marshmallow

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Cough, sore throat

49
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Meadowsweet

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Support colds

50
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Pelargonium

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Respiratory tract infections

51
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Black Cohosh

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Menopausal complaints

52
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Chasteberry

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PMS, infertility

53
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Nettle

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Difficulty in urination in benign prostatic hyperplasia. Diuretic, joint ailments

54
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Pumpkin seeds

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Irritable bladder, micturition problems of BPH

55
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Pygeum

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Bladder and urinary remedy

56
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Saw Palmetto

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“urination problems in benign prostatic hyperplasia stages I and II”

57
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Bearberry

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No single herb studies. Inflammation of urinary tract

58
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American Ginseng

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Adaptogen, stress management

59
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Asian Ginseng

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Comm E: “tonic for invigoration and fortification in times of fatigue and debility, for declining capacity for work and concentration,” convalescence

60
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Siberian Ginseng

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Comm E: “tonic for invigoration and fortification in times of fatigue and debility, for declining capacity for work and concentration,” convalescence

61
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Ashwagandha (aka Indian ginseng)

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Anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, antistress, antioxidant, immunomodulatory, RBC support

62
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Astralagus

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Adaptogen. Use based on folklore

63
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Cat’s Claw

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Folk remedy-variety. Adaptogen

64
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Cordyceps

65
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Echinacea, which uses root extracts

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Immune stimulant for upper respiratory infection, reducing recurrent infections

66
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Echinacea, which uses juice of aerial parts

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Support for colds and chronic infection of respiratory and lower urinary tracts

67
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European mistletoe

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“Degenerative joint inflammation… palliative therapy for malignant tumors”

68
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Goldenseal

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Traveler’s diarrhea

69
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Gotu kola

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Immune support

70
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Grape seed

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Antiox, chronic venous insufficiency, reduce cancer risk, capillary fragility. ADHD, eyes, arthritis-need research

71
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Rhodiola

72
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Elder

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Prevention of respiratory disease

73
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Ephedra

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Mild airway disease

74
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Eucalyptus

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Breathe easier, colds, congestion, cough (upper respiratory infections)

75
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Ivy Leaf

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Chronic inflammatory bronchial disease, runny nose, upper respiratory condition with lots of mucous

76
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Linden

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Respiratory dysfunction

560P Botanical Medicines Herbs - Gerber (7 decks)

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