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What are BRMs?

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biologic disease modifiers

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Hematopoietic CSFs action

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  • proteins stimulate or regulate growth, maturations, and differential of bone marrow stem cells
  • not tumericidal but help protect immune system
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Hematopoietic CSFs TE

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  • decreases SE of chemo

- allows for higher levels of chemo

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Hematopoietic CSFs ind

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  • PT with neutropenia - IV or SQ

- adjunct treatment in cancer PT, or renal failure (ESA)

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Erythropoietin Stimulating agents (ESA) Concern

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  • increased risk of death for cancer PT compared to RBC transfusion- use with caution
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Erythropoietin is… and examples

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  • produced in the kidneys and stimulates RBC production
  • Epoetin (Epogen or Procrit)
  • Darbepoetin (Aranesp)
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Erythropoietin ind

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anemia due to chronic illness, surgery, and cancer chemo

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ESA SE/AE

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  • target HMG should not exceed 12 g/dL due to increased death, serious CV problems, and increased tumor production
  • HTN and Edema
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ESA critical assessment

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Hmg >12 g/dL

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ESA NI

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  • assess BP during treatment- may be increased in CRF PTs
  • watch HCT elevation
  • DO NOT SHAKE vial , store in fridge- DO NOT FREEZE
  • must change needles after drawing up into syringe
  • SQ not IM
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Granulocyte (leukopoetic) Growth Factor (GCSF) examples

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  • Filgrastim (Neupogen)

- Pegfilgrastim (Neulasta)

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GCSF uses

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increase WBC in chemo PT, bone marrow transplant, severe neutropenia

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GCSF SE/AE

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-skeletal pain (due to expanding bone marrow-where WBC is created)

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GCSF NI

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  • dosing based on neutrophil count (ANC)- must be >1500 cells/mm for 3 days
  • KEEP MED REFRIDGERATED- DON’T FREEZE, DON’T SHAKE
  • expensive
  • IV SQ
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Thrombopoietic Growth factor (TGF) example and use

p. 327

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  • Oprelvekin (Neumega)

- Chemo induced thrombocytopenia- low platelets

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TGF critical assessment

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assess platelet counts > 150, 000 don’t give

- normal range 150k-450k

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TGF NI

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  • SQ
  • drug int: DIURETICS (inc. risk of hypokalemia)
  • store in fridge, do not shake vial
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Active acquired immunity

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  • immunization/ vaccine -sm. amount of antigen
  • slower process to develop antibodies
  • long-lasting effects
  • may need booster shots
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vaccinations involve

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the admin of a small amount of antigen which stimulates an immune response without the person getting the disease

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passive immunity is when we receive antibodies (troops) from…

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another source

  • no immune response
  • 2 types: maternal or other human and animal sources
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Passive native immunity

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  • maternal antibodies-thru placenta
  • automatic process
  • temporary effects
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passive acquired immunity

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  • animal and other human source: anti-toxin, immune globulin, anti-venin
  • quick process
  • temporary effects (weeks-months)
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Active natural immunity

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  • antigen-antibodies-memory
  • immune system response
  • slow process to develop memory cells
  • long-lasting effects
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Vaccine-preventable diseases (7)

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  1. Hep A, B
  2. Influenza
  3. Meningococcal disease
  4. Pneumococcal disease
  5. tetanus
  6. TB
  7. Varicella
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national childhood vaccine injury act 1986

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  • national vaccine injury compensation program (NVICP)- adult and child
  • compensation for vaccine injury or death
  • does not req. proof of negligence on the part of the provider
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MMR and varicella not to be given prior to

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12 months

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vaccine contraindications**

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  • mod- severe illness
  • anaphylaxis component, food, or vaccine med
  • ALWAYS REVIEW VACCINE INFO SHEET (VIS) PRIOR TO ADMIN
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vaccines may be given in these cases…(4)

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  • mild illness or convalescent phase
  • antimicrobial therapy
  • exposure to infectious disease
  • premature birth
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vaccine discomfort , interventions

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  • use muscle

- massage area

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vaccine documentation(6)

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  • date, route, site
  • any adverse reactions
  • vaccine type
  • manufacturer
  • lot number, expiration date
  • your name and title, business address
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increased vitamin use indications

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  • PT with rapid body growth
  • pregnant or breastfeeding
  • malnourished
  • debilitated
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fat soluble

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  • excreted in urine at a slow rate and metabolized slowly

- can be stored in fatty tissue, liver , and muscle

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fat soluble vitamins

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  • Vit A, D, E, and K

- Vit A and D toxic if taken in excessive amounts over time

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water soluble vitamins

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  • Vit B complex :
    • B1- thiamine
    • B2-riboflavin
    • B3-niacin
    • B6- pyridoxine
  • Vit C- citrus and green vegetables
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Vitamin A function

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bone growth & maintenance of epithelial tissues, skin, eyes, and hair

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Vitamin D function

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  • regulates calcium and phosphorous metabolism which helps with bone health
  • needed for calcium absorption from the intestines
  • given with calcium
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Vitamin E function and sources

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  • antioxidant

- whole grains, vegetable oils, sunflower seeds, eggs, meats, avocados, asparagus

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Vitamin K - phytonadione function

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  • needed for synthesis of prothrombin and clotting factors

- used to treat Coumadin (Warfarin) overdose

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B complex foods

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enriched breads and cereals, liver, fish, milk

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B1 thiamine

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  • def: polyneuritis, cardiac pathology

- treats WERNICKE-KORSAKOFF syndrome

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B2 riboflavin

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treats dermatitis , migraines

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B3 nicotinic acid , niacin

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  • treats HYPERLIPIDEMIA & pellagra

- excess: flushing

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B6- pyridoxine

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  • treats vit B6 def, neuritis, anemias
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Vit C function

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  • carb metabolism and protein and lipid synthesis

- aids in absorption of iron

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Vit C deficiency and excess

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  • poor wound healing
  • bleeding gums
  • scurvy
  • predisposition to infection
  • excess: crystal formation in urine
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Folic acid (folate) function

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-body growth , DNA synthesis

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Folic acid (folate) deficiency and excess

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  • neural tube defects (spina bifida) in developing fetus

- excess: mask signs of of Vit B12 def

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Vit B12 function

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-DNA synthesis, development of RBCs

49
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Vit B12 deficiency

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Crohn’s, liver, kidney disease

-treatment: Cyanocobalamin (SQ or PO) to correct deficiency

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Iron use

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  • needed for hemoglobin regeneration
51
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Iron SE/AE

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  • black tarry stools

- discolored teeth enamel and eyes (oral form take with straw)

52
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give oral form of iron with

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vitamin C

53
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potassium range and use

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  • range 3.5-5.3 mEq/L
  • used for cardiac, skeletal, and smooth muscles
  • K+ poorly stored in body
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hypokalemia < 3.5 mEq/L

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  • cause: K+ wasting diuretics - Loop)
  • symptoms: NV, dysrhythmias, abdominal distention, soft flabby muscles
  • DO NOT give IV push
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foods high in K+

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  • potato, sweet potato
  • green leafy veggies
  • lentils
  • beets, broccoli
  • clams
  • pumpkin, parsnips, brussel sprouts
  • banana
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Hyperkalemia > 5.3 mEq/L

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  • cause: K+ sparing diuretics

- symptoms: tachycardia, later bradycardia, nausea, abdominal cramps, oliguria, weakness, numbness, tingling

57
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correction for hyperkalemia

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  • Kayexalate - oral suspension -powder

- moves K+ into GI tract excretion

58
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hyponatremia causes

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  • vomiting, diarrhea, surgery, diuretics, excess H2O
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hyponatremia signs and symptoms

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  • muscular weakness
  • HA, lethargy
  • confusion
  • seizures
  • abdominal cramps
  • NV
  • tachycardia
  • HoTN
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Hypernatremia > 145 mEq/L

signs and symptoms

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  • flushed dry skin
  • increased body temp
  • agitation
  • NV
  • anorexia
  • tachycardia
  • HTN
  • hyperreflexia
  • muscle twitching
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Calcium function

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  • promotes normal nerve and muscle activity
  • heart contractions
  • blood clotting
  • bone and teeth formation
62
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Hypocalcemia < 8.5 mg/dl symptoms

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-bone fractures, anxiety, irritability, tetany

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hypercalcemia > 10.5 mg/dL causes

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  • hyperparathyroidism
  • bone tumors
  • prolonged immobilization
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hypercalcemia symptoms

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  • flabby muscles
  • pain over bony areas
  • kidney stones
  • treatment: calcitonin
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magnesium function and range

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  • cardiac contraction, transmission of neuromuscular activity
  • 1.8-3 mEq/L
66
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treatment for hypermagnesemia

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stop laxatives/antacids

67
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Chloride function and range

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  • maintains acid-base balance

- 95-108 mEq/L

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Hypochloremia < 95 mEq/L

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  • tremors
  • twitching
  • slow/shallow breathing
  • HoTN
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hyperchloremia > 108 mEq/L

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  • weakness
  • lethargy
  • deep/rapid breathing
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Phosphorus function and range

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  • bone and teeth formation
  • neuromuscular activity
  • components of DNA and RNA
  • acid-base balance
  • range : 1.7-2.6 mEq/L
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Criteria for OTC status

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  • indication for use
  • safety profile
  • practical for OTC use
72
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Use of OTCs

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  • may delay effective treatment of more chronic disease states
  • may delay treatment of serious and/or LT disorders
  • may relieve symptoms of a disorder but not the cause
73
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Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act 1994

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  • Herbs reclassified as “dietary supplements”
  • no pre-market test req
  • manuf. not standardized
  • clarified marketing regulations (physiologic effects to be noted)
  • no claims of prevention or curing of specific conditions
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requirements for herbal labels

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  • scientific names
  • part of plant used
  • dosage
  • SE
  • contraind
  • manufacturer’s name and address
  • batch and lot number
  • date of manufacture and expiration
75
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echinacea

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  • stimulates immune system
  • for colds, flu, recurrent respiratory and UTIs
  • limit use to 2 weeks
76
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ginkgo biloba

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  • antioxidant
  • peripheral vasodilator and increased blood flow to CNS (improve age-related memory)
  • decreases platelet aggregation
  • hold for surgery
77
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Garlic

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  • detoxifies and increases immune function
  • decreases platelet aggregation
  • for hypercholesterolemia
  • for mild HTN
78
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Ginger

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  • stimulates digestion/ reduces nausea
  • reduces morning sickness-take in small doses for 4 DAYS
  • suppresses platelet aggregation
79
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St. John’s Wort

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  • antidepressant and antiviral
  • for depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, effects in 4-8 weeks
  • drug interactions: antidepressants & oral contraceptives(decrease effect)
  • not effective in PTs with HIV- being studied
80
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Ginseng

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  • improve cognitive function
  • lower blood glucose
  • boosts energy
  • improve mood
  • decrease platelet aggregation
81
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Aloe vera

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  • external : relief of pain, promotes burn healing

- internal: treat constipation, may cause arrhythmias, neuropathies, edema

82
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chamomile

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  • relief of digestive complaints

- may have sedative effects

83
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evening primrose

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  • natural estrogen promoter

- may lower seizure threshold of taken with an anticonvulsant

84
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Peppermint

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  • Internal: stimulates appetite and aids in digestion
  • external: relief of tension HA when rubbed on forehead (Germany- comparable acetaminophen)
  • ENERGY
85
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Kava

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  • CNS sedation without loss of mental acuity or memory

- may be hepatotoxic (liver enzymes)

86
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Herbal interactions with meds

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  1. anticoagulants
  2. antidiabetics
  3. antihypertensives
  4. digoxin
  5. corticosteroids

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