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CAM Quiz 1

5-hydroxytryptophan to Boswellia

NameCommon Name(s)UsesInteractionsContraindicationsAdverse reactions
American ginseng Panax quinquefolius Anemia, diabetes, stress, insomnia Antidiabetics, antipsychotics, MAOIs, stimulants, warfarin Schizophrenia Mild GI & CV
Androstenedione Androstene, andro, 4-androstene-3,17-dione Athletic performance, increase muscle mass and recovery, increase energy, sexual arousal Estrogens, aromatase inhibitors Pregnancy, lactation, hormone-sensitive cancers, children and adolescents Increased lipids, behavior, liver, testicular atrophy, increased risk of prostate cancer, deepening of voice (women), clitoral hypertrophy, hirsutism, amenorrhea, gynecomastia
Ashwagandha Ayurvedic/Indian ginseng, clustered wintercherry, withania Hyperglycemia, hypercholesterolemia, anxiety, diuretic Pregnancy, immunodeficiency GI upset
Astralgus membranous milk vetch, Mongolian milk, ogi Restoring immunologic response, enhancing CV function, adjunctive cancer treatment, diuresis, common cold Cyclophosphamide, immunosuppressants Pregnancy, active infection
Bilberry European blueberry, huckleberry, whortleberry Improvement of night vision, degenerative retinal conditions, atherosclerosis, diabetes Hypoglycemics, anti-platelet medications Diabetes Mild nausea
Bitter Melon African cucumber, balsam pear/apple, bitter apple/cucumber/gourd, carilla gourd, karela, pepino montero, vegetable insulin, wild cucumber Diabetes, psoriasis, GI upset, ulcers Hypoglycemic drugs Pregnancy Hypoglycemia, G6P deficiency, hepatotoxicity
Bitter Orange Seville, sour, green, bitter orange; neroli oil Weight loss, dyspepsia, GI disorders, pain Stimulants, MAOIs, antiarrhythmic and antihypertensive agents, photosensitizing agents; 3A4 inhibitor Narrow angle glaucoma, cardiac arrhythmias, uncontrolled hypertension Photosensitivity, headache, insomnia, nervousness, indigestion, skin irritation
Black Cohosh Squaw root, rattle root/top, baneberry, black snakeroot, bugbane Menopausal symptoms, migraine, inhibition of estrogen-dependent cancers, HTN Hepatotoxic agents, HRT, oral contraceptives Pregnancy, lactation GI distress, rash, headache, dizziness, HoTN, bradycardia, weight gain
Black Currant Seed Oil Ribes nero, casis, quinsy seed oil Rheumatoid arthritis, immune enhancement Anesthesia, phenothiazines (increased risk of seizures) Pregnancy, lactation, bleeding disorders
Borage Seed Oil Bugloss, huile de bourrache, starflower, cool Tankard, ox's tongue Atopic dermatitis, rheumatoid arthritis, periodontitis Anesthesia, phenothiazines, antiplatelets Bleeding disorders, liver disease, pregnancy, lactation GI distress, increased bleeding time, liver and kidney toxicity, carcinogenicity
Boswellia Indian frankincense/olibanum, Boswellin Osteoarthritis, rheumatic disorders, colitis, asthma, allergic rhinitis, cancers Leukotriene inhibitors Caution: pregnancy and lactation
5-Hydroxytryptophan 5HTP, oxitriptan Depression Obesity Headache Post-anoxic myoclonus Antidepressants, carbidopa, dextromethorphan, meperidine, pentazocine, tramadol Down's syndrome, pregnancy, lactation N/V/D, heartburn, belching, anorexia
Alfalfa Feuille De Luzerne, lucerne, medicago, purple medic, buffalo herb Hyperlipoproteinemia Warfarin, chlorpromazine,photosensitizing drugs, oral contraceptives, HRT, hypoglycemic drugs, insulin Systemic lupus erythmatosus, diabetes, HRT Pancytopenia, hypoglycemia, lupus-like reaction; HoTN, photosensitivity, breast-tenderness
Aloe Vera Burn plant, elephant's gall, first-aid plant, lily of the desert, medicine plant, miracle plant, plant of immortality Wound healing, radiation-induced dermatitis, psoriasis, edema Allergies to garlic, onions, tulips; pregnancy, kidney, cardiac disease Erythema
Alpha-lipoic acid 1,2-dithiolane-3-valeric, thioctan, ALA Diabetic neuropathy Hypoglycemic agents, cisplatin, alcohol Skin rash, nausea, vomiting, temporary neuropathy, alteration of pyruvate levels
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