Herbal and Complementary Therapies Flashcards
additive substances that come from plants
botanicals
any plant that is used for culinary/medicinal purposes
herb
source of digitalis
foxglove
reserpine is from
snakeroot
source of aspirin
willow bark
therapeutic value of plants is the basis of
phytomedicine
NCCIH
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health
a tea made from boiling plant material
decoction
tea made by pouring water over plant material
infusion
an extract of a plant made by soaking herbs in a dark place for 2-6 weeks
tincture
extract of a plant added to either alcohol or vinegar and applied topically
liniment
a therapeutic topical application of a soft, moist mass of plant material usually wrapped in fine woven cloth
poultice
oils extracted the therapeutically used after dilution of the oil
essential oils
extraction by soaking the plant in carrier oil for approximately 2 weeks
herb-infused oils
a process to extract the soluble constituents of a plant with the assistance of gravity
percolation
boost the immune system and limit the effects of cold and flu symptoms
astragalus
treat sleepiness, anxiety, and stomach or intestinal ailments (inflam on GI)
chamomile
treatment of bronchitis, GI problems, anorexia, and diabetes
**may decrease blood clotting
cinnamon
colds, flu, and infections. Acne. Thought to stimulate immune system to fight infection
increase phagocytosis and immune response (decrease immune after continued use)
echinacea
lower cholesterol, decrease BP, and reduce heart disease
**decrease blood clotting
garlic
chemo related nausea, relief of pain, swelling, and stiffness of arthritis
ginger
treat asthma, bronchitis, fatigue, and tinnitus
also improve memory and cognition
ginkgo
boost the immune system and increase sense of well-being
ginseng
treat heart disease
multiple drug interactions: ED (hypotension), nitrates (dizziness and lightheadedness), and antihypertensives
hawthorn
works like aldosterone (increase BP and salt and water retention, and lower potassium levels)
treat stomach ulcers, bronchitis, sore throat, and viral hepititis
licorice root
relaxation and treat anxiety
liver toxicity (yellow skin)
kava kava
treat cirrhosis, chronic hepatitis, and gallbladder disorders
milk thistle
nausea, indigestion, and IBS, cold symptoms, headaches, muscle and nerve pain
peppermint
treat BPH
saw palmetto
treat mild depression
**could cause suicidal ideations
multiple drug interactions and could lead to serotonin syndrome
St. John’s Wort
heartburn, stomach ulcers, gallstones, inflammation, and cancer (generally safe)
turmeric
treat insomnia; anxiety, headaches, depression, irregular heartbeat, and tremors
valerian
natural does not mean ____
safe
do not take if ____ and/or ____
pregnant and/or a child
there are no “______” cures
miracle
make sure you do what before taking CAMs
good labels and ask physician
