OTC & Supplements Flashcards
1
Q
Stimulation of immune system, anti-inflammatory
A
Echinacea
2
Q
HMG CoA reductase inhibitor
A
Garlic
3
Q
Improved blood flow, free radical scavenger
A
Ginkgo
4
Q
Antidepressant
A
St. John’s Wort
5
Q
Memory, immune, analgesia
A
Ginsing
6
Q
Reduction in hepatotoxicity
A
Milk thistle
7
Q
BPH
A
Saw palmetto
8
Q
anxiety, muscle relaxant, sedative
A
Kava kava
9
Q
Blood pressure, cancer, GI health
A
Kombucha tea - yeast and bacteria
10
Q
Laxative, burn ointment
A
Aloe
11
Q
Menstrual discomfort
A
Black cohosh