Pharyngitis Holistic Meds

Question 1

Echinacea indications?

Answer 1

• Immune system stimulation (macrophages, monocytes, killer cells)
• Prophylaxis for URI
• Anti-inflamm. of bronchial epi cells
• Anti-bacterial against GAS, Haemophilus flu, Legionella pneumophilia

Question 2

Echinacea contraindications?

Answer 2

• Allergy to daisies, ragweed, marigolds, chrysanthemums, or related plants
• Patients with auto-immune disorders

Question 3

Echinacea adverse effects?

Answer 3

• Generally uncommon

- GI irritation, nausea, dizziness, allergic rxn

Question 4

Echinacea MOA?

Answer 4

• Inhibition of COX-2

- Promotion of immune system response

Question 5

Kava active component?

Answer 5

Kavalactones

Question 6

Indications for Kava?

Answer 6

• Analgesic, muscle relaxation, dedation

- Used for anxiety, pain, stress

Question 7

Contraindications for kava?

Answer 7

-Patients with liver problems

Question 8

Adverse effects of kava?

Answer 8

• Liver damage/failure
• Dermopathy (yellow skin)
• Dry skin

Question 9

Echineacea classification?

Answer 9

• Extract from root of Echinacea flower
• Active component not ID’d
• Best if used within 7-10d of Sx onset