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Chapter 24 def, drug
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Phytomedicine | refers to the use of plants or plant extracts for medicinal purposes. It involves utilizing natural compounds found in plants to prevent, treat, or manage various health conditions. |
| DSHEA | Dietary Supplement health and Education Act |
| St. John’s Wort | Classification: Herbal Supplement Indicated for: Depression |
| Feverfew | Classification: Herbal Supplement Indicated for: Migraines, Nausea and vomiting |
| Ginkgo biloba | Classification: Herbal Supplement Indicated for :Cardiovascular /Stroke |
| Echinacea | Classification: Herbal Supplement Indicated for: Common Cold, Respiratory tract infections |
| Garlic | Classification: Herbal Supplement' Indicated for: Cancer, diabetes, dyslipidemia, cardiovascular, arthritis, etc. |
| Kava | Classification: Herbal Supplement Indicated for: Anxiety |
| Acemannan hydrogel | Brand name: CuraMed Classification: Herbal Supplement Indicated for: Alphthous ulcerations |
| Oil of Cloves (Eugenol) | Classification: Herbal Supplement Indicated for: Topical analgesic for dental pain |
| Triclosan (lexicomp – Triclosan and fluoride) | Brand name: Triclosan (lexicomp – Triclosan and fluoride) Classification: Antibacterial Indicated for: Gingivitis – Triclosan Caries - Fluoride |
| Xylitol | Classification: Herbal Supplement Sugar Alcohol. Indicated for: Acute Otitis media Dental caries Bowel motility osteoporosis |