Herbal Products and supplements Flashcards
where did the practice of herbal medicine originate
China
How does herbal medicine work
Relies on plants to cure illness and maintain stability
Is FDA approval needed for Herbal therapy
No
Omega 3 fatty indicators
ADHD
Omega 3 is an inhibitor to what drug
Warfarin
Lead to bigger effect = risk of bleeding
Sam - E indicator
Depression
Risk of Sam - E
Mania
EPS
Serotonin syndrome
Tryptophan Indicator
Depression
Insomnia
Risk of Tryptophan
Tryptophan + SSRIs, MAOs or St john Herb = Serotonin Syndrome
Vitamin E indicators
Enhances immune system
Risk factors of Vitamin E
Inhibits the action of Warfarin, Statins, and antiplatelet drugs.
Fish oil indicator
Bipolar
Risk factor for fish oil
Inhibitor of warfarin, aspirin and NSAIDs
Who is contraindicated for herbs
Pregnant women
Reflexology
The massage of hands, feet, and ears to alleviate tension
