Clinical Pharmacology - Complementary Medicine Flashcards
1
Q
Which groups are at risk of being harmed by CAMs?
A
Children
Pregnant women
Patients on medications
Polypharmacy
2
Q
What concerns are associated with CAMs?
A
60% of Scottish GPs prescribe them Lack of evidence and safety data Evidence of harm Adverse effects Unqualified professionals
3
Q
What is the typical CAM user?
A
Affluent
Educated
Family/friends also use
4
Q
Why do healthcare professionals recommend CAM?
A
Genuine belief Use CAM themselves Feel good factor Placebo effect Experience-is-seeing
5
Q
What risks are associated with herbal medications?
A
Heavy metals
Bacteria
Actual drugs
6
Q
What are the CAM-associated risks in breast cancer patients?
A
1/3 use a supplement with estrogenic activity
Phytoestrogens
7
Q
Which supplements have estrogenic activity?
A
Soya
Chamomile
Garlic
Red clover
8
Q
What is the effect of Kava use?
A
Liver failure
Hepatitis
9
Q
What is the effect of Aristolochia use?
A
Nephrotoxicity
Carcinogenics
Mutagenic
