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Pharmacology Chap 36

Herbal Therapies

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Goods manufactured to supplement an individual's nurtrition or wellness. health food products
The altered effect that occurs when two or more drugs and herbs are taken together is referred to as a(n) interaction
Used to refer to any plant or plant part valued for its medicinal qualities. herb
Used on skin to soother minor burns. aloe
Promote circulation to the extremities and produce a warming effect on the body. angelica
Treats respiratory infections. arnica
Treats dyspepsia and IBS. asafetida
Treats premenswtrual tension, dysmenorrhea. black cohosh
Induces vomiting and diarrhea. black root
Treats bloating, common cold symptoms, and upset stomach. blackthorn
Relieves female anxiety. chamomile
Digestive aid. cayenne (capsicum)
Treats respiratory infections and pain in arthritis and abdominal pain. chaparral
Healing and antiinflammatory effects comfrey
Cold rremedy before antibiotics. echinacea
Treats cold, asthma, and other respiratory symptoms. ephedra (ma-huang)
Prevention of migraine headaches. feverfew
Effective anitbacterial. garlic
Treats hearburn, or as an antiemetic, and as an inflammatory. ginger
Treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Ginko biloba
Treatment of lack of stamina. ginseng
Treats eye infections. goldenseal
Appetite stimulant. hops
Reduce vascular permeability. horse chestnut
Diuretic. juniper
Relieves anxiety and stress. kava kava
Treats alcoholic cirrhosis and hepatitis. milk thistle
Treats coughs and repiratory conditions. red clover
Blocks cholesterol production. red yeast rice extract
Used for BPH. saw palmetto
Treats topcial conditions such as ulcers, wounds, abscesses and toohaches. slippery elm
Used for mild to moderate depression. St. John's wort
Topical treatment for acne, tinea pedis, head lice, cradle cap, gingivitis. tea tree oil
Sedative to treat insomina. valerian
Antirheumatic, antiinflammatory, and antipyretic effects. white willow
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