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PHAR 169 Final

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Megadoses of vitamins and which are toxic at high doses   CLAIMS NOT SUBSTANTIATED! Vit A, D, niacin, pyridoxine (B6), iron, fluoride  
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DRI   Daily Recommended Intake, replaces RDA. Reference value for daily nutrient intake.  
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Tolerable UL   Highest dose safe to consume in general public  
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10 Requirements on Supplemental Facts Label   1.Name &"supplement" 2.Net quantity 3.%DV 4.ServingSize 5.Servings/container 6.Directions 7.List all required nutrients present in sign amts 8.List dietary ingred where %DV not established 9.Name of mfr, place of business 10.Approved by FDA: Disclaimer  
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When is a supplement facts label MISBRANDED   Failure to follow the 10 requirements  
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Disclaimer on supplement facts label   "this statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease."  
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Dosing of fat soluble vitamins (ADEK)   50-150% of DRI. Caution if >200%  
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Conditions causing deficiency of vitADEK   Celiac, CF, jaundice, cirrhosis, short-bowel syndrome  
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Meds causing malabsorption of vitADEK   Cholestyramine, orlistat, mineral oil  
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Class of compounds vit A is included in   Retinoids, carotenoids (beta-carotene)  
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Food sources of Vit A   Dark green leafy veggies; red, orange, or deep yellow veggies & fruits; meat, poultry, fish, dairy  
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Function of Vit A   Normal vision, immune system, reproduction  
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Deficiency of vit A   night blindness (xerophthalmia), dry & thickened skin  
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DRI of Vit A   Measured in RAE; adult average= 700-900 mcg/day  
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UL of Vit A   3 mg/day  
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Safety issues of vit A   High intake may increase risk of bone fractures. Acute toxicity=DZ, N, HA, coma. >UL teratogenic. Increase lung cancer in male smokers, increase CV risk  
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Food sources of vit D   Fortified foods. Milk, milk products, fatty fish  
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Function of vit D   Hormone and vitamin. Proper bone formation, mineral homeostasis, muscle function, immune system  
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Deficiency of vitamin D   Rickets, bone fractures, osteopenia, ostemalacia  
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DRI of vitamin D   600-800 IU/day (15-20 mcg/day)  
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UL of vitamin D   0.1 mg/day  
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Safety issues of vitamin D   Hypercalcemia, kidney stones, soft tissue calcification, N/V, anorexia, weight loss, confusion, disorientation, cardiac arrhythmias, increase cancer risk  
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Vitamin D Drug interactions   corticosteroids, cholestyramine, orlistat, phenobarb, phenytoin  
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Food sources of vitamin E   Vegetable oils, margarine, green leafy vegetables, egg yolks, nuts  
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Function of vitamin E   (Tocopherols) Antioxidant, heme biosynthesis, steroid metabolism, collagen, immune system  
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Deficiency of vitamin E   neuropathy, muscle weakness  
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DRI of vitamin E   15 mg (22.14 IU)  
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UL of vitamin E   ~1000 IU/day  
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Safety issues of vitamin E   High dose increase risk of bleeding. May increase risk of prostate cancer  
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DI of vitamin E   Increase bleeding risk with warfarin and antiplatelet drugs  
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Food sources of vitamin K   Dark green vegetables, other vegetables, dark berries, fish, liver, meat, eggs, cereals  
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Function of vitamin K   Promotes hepatic synthesis of clotting factors (II, VII, IX, X), bone health  
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Deficiency of vitamin K   Bruising, bleeding  
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DRI of vitamin K   90-120 mcg/day  
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UL of vitamin K   Not established  
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Safety issues of vitamin K   Problems in dialysis patients, avoid high doses if pregnant or lactating.  
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DI of vitamin K   Counters effects of warfarin (increase risk of clots). CoQ-10 (promote clotting)  
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B3   Niacin/nicotinic acid  
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Food sources of vitamin B3   fish, poultry, meat, eggs, nuts, fortified breads and cereals  
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Function of vitamin B3   Convert carbs into fuels, support healthy skin, hair, eyes, liver, nervous system, sex and stress hormones  
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Deficiency of vitamin B3   Burning mouth, swollen bright-red tongue. Pellegra= cracked skin, diarrhea, dementia  
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DRI of vitamin B3   ~14-16 mg/day  
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UL of vitamin B3   35 mg/day  
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Safety issues of vitamin B3   "Niacin flush" with higher doses. Hepatotoxicity (SR, higher doses). Avoid if liver or kidney disease, CV conditions, DM, gallbladder dx, gout  
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Vitamin B6   Pyridoxine  
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Food source of vitamin B6   Fruit  
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Function of vitamin B6   fetal and brain development, immune function, used for N/V of pregnancy  
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Deficiency of vitamin B6   itchy rashes, anemia, swollen tongue, depression, confusion  
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DRI of vitamin B6   1.7-1.9 mg/day  
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UL of vitamin B6   100 mg/day  
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Safety issues of vitamin B6   High dose and long duration = nerve damage, skin reactions  
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Vitamin C   Ascorbic acid  
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Food sources of vitamin C   citrus fruits, other fruits/vegetables, fortified foods  
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Function of vitamin C   Antioxidant, collagen for wound healing, immune system, increase iron absorption from plants  
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Deficiency of vitamin C   Scurvy  
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DRI of vitamin C   75-90 mg/day  
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UL of vitamin C   2000 mg/day  
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Safety issues of vitamin C   N/V/D, stomach cramps  
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Food sources of folate   SPINACH, ASPARAGUS, BRUSSEL SPROUTS, vegetables, fruits, nuts, dairy, fortified cereals and grains  
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Function of folate   Co-enzyme for homocysteine->methionine, RBC function  
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Deficiency of folate   Megaloblastic anemia, fetal risk NEURAL TUBE DEFECTS  
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DRI of folate   ~400mcg/day (pregnant women need 600 mcg/day)  
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UL of folate   1 mg/day  
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Safety issues of folate   Excess use may increase risk of cancers  
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Food sources of vitamin B12   NOT IN PLANTS!! fish, meat, poultry, eggs, dairy, breakfast cereals  
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Function of vitamin B12   Prevents megaloblastic anemia  
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Deficiency of vitamin B12   Fatigue, weakness, constipation, nerve problems, anemia, CNS  
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DRI of vitamin B12   2.4 mcg/day  
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UL of vitamin B12   Not established  
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Safety issues of vitamin B12   Avoid high folate doses or masks B12 deficiency  
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3 Main categories of anemia   1. Decreased production of RBC's 2. Increased destruction of RBCs (hemolytic anemia) 3. Blood loss (ex GI bleed)  
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2 main causes of iron deficiency anemia   Inadequate absorption of dietary iron, excess blood loss  
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General symptoms of anemia (NONSPECIFIC)   Fatigue, lethargy, DZ, SOB, HA, edema, tachycardia  
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FDA permitted claims   health claim, nutrient content claim, structure/function claim (CAN'T MENTION SPECIFIC DISEASE)  
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Weight loss supplements to avoid   HCG, green coffee beans, green tea, acai berry, raspberry ketone  
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Avoid using supplements in:   pregnant/lactating, young children, multiple chronic illness/high "med burden", immune suppressed, organ failure, increased bleeding risk with "G" supplements especially  
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"G" supplements to especially avoid in patients on warfarin or antiplatelet drugs   Garlic, ginseng, ginkgo, grapeseed  
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Common use of alpha-lipoic acid   diabetic peripheral neuropathy  
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proposed mechanism for alpha-lipoic acid   cofactor for enzymes needed for glucose metabolism  
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Side effects of alpha-lipoid acid   HA, N, allergic rash, hypoglycemia  
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CI of alpha-lipoic acid   thyroid disease  
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Common use of asian ginseng   decrease fatigue, increase concentration, prevent cancer  
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proposed mechanism of asian ginseng   suppress and stimulate CNS, corticosteroid activity, hypoglycemic activity  
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SE of asian ginseng   insomnia, HA, BP changes, anorexia, rash, menstrual abnormalities  
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CI of asian ginseng   Renal failure, acute infection, pregnancy and lactation  
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Precautions of asian ginseng   CV disease, HTN, DM  
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Interactions of asian ginseng   Anticoags, antiplatelets, other herbs, stimulants, antipsychotics  
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common uses of coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone)   CV conditions  
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proposed mechanisms of coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone)   cofactor for energy production and antioxidant, vasodilator, inotropic effects  
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SE of coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone)   GI, HA, irritability, DZ  
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Interactions of coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone)   Similar to vitK--counteracts effect of warfarin, statin reduce levels  
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Common uses of echinacea purpurea   prevent URIs and prevent/treat common cold  
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Proposed mechanism of echinacea purpurea   stimulates immune system  
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SE of echinacea purpurea   GI discomfort, tingling sensation of tongue, HA  
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CI of echinacea purpurea   HIV/AIDS, MS, TB, autoimmune disorder  
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Precautions of echinacea purpurea   allergic reactions especially asthma, allergies to daisy familiy  
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DI of echinacea purpurea   induces cyp3A4  
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Common use of fish oil   lower TGIs, RA, psoriasis  
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proposed mechanism of fish oil   omega-3 FA (DHA and EPA)  
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SE of fish oil   GI, fish burp  
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CI of fish oil   Active bleeding  
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Precautions of fish oil   Potential increase risk of bleeding if on antiplatelet meds  
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Interactions of fish oil   antiplatelet meds  
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Common uses of garlic   lower cholesterol, treat bacterial and fungal infections  
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proposed mechanisms of garlic   inhibit platelet aggregation, antimicrobial, free radical scavener  
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SE of garlic   bad breath, Gi, dermatitis, allergic rxn  
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Ci of garlic   active bleeding  
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DI of garlic   anticoags, antiplatelets, squinavir decrease levels  
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Common uses of ginger   antiemetic, digestive aid  
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proposed mechanisms of ginger   stimulates gastric secretions and peristalsis  
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SE of ginger   heartburn, dermatitis  
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Precautions of ginger   increase risk of hypoglycemia  
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Di of ginger   increase risk of bleeding on anticoags and antiplatelets  
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Common uses of ginkgo biloba   enhance memory, vascular dementia  
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proposed mechanism of ginkgo biloba   increased bf, antioxidant, inhibits platelet aggregation  
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SE of ginkgo biloba   GI, spontaneous bleeding  
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CI of ginkgo biloba   active bleeding, surgery within next week  
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DI of ginkgo biloba   antiplatelets, anticoags, other antiplatlet herbs  
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Common uses of glucosamine   DJD of knee, arthritic pain  
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proposed mechanisms of glucosamine   precursor to glycosaminoglycans in cartilage  
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SE of glucosamine   mild Gi  
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CI of glucosamine   shellfish allergy, active bleeding  
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DI of glucosamine   antithrombics, antihyperglycemics  
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Common uses of green tea   decrease CV disease and cancer, performance enhancer  
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proposed mechanisms of green tea   caffeine as stimulant, antioxidants  
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SE of green tea   GI, CNS and CV stimulation  
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Precaution green tea   conditions affected by caffeine  
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DI of green tea   Coumadin? (brewing destroys most of vitamin K)  
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Common uses of kava   anxiety, stress  
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proposed mechanisms of kava   GABA receptor binding, DA antagonist  
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SE of kava   similar to alcohol  
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CI of kava   pre-existing hepatic disease, alcoholism  
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Precautions of kava   stem and root can lead to hepatotoxicity  
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DI of kava   L-dopa: decrease effectiveness. CNS depressants-additive sedative effects  
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common uses of melatonin   sleep disorders, jet lag  
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proposed mechanism of melatonin   mimic endogenous release of melatonin from pineal gladn  
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SE of melatonin   HA, confusion  
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CI of melatonin   depression  
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Precaution of melatonin   Long term use NOT recommended  
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DI of melatonin   other CNS depressants-additive  
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Common use of probiotics   antibiotic induced diarrhea, GI disorders, atopic dermatitis, allergies  
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proposed mechanism of probiotics   contain active bacteria, rebalance gut flora  
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SE of probiotics   Bloating, flatulence, diarrhea  
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CI of probiotics   avoid if immune-compromised  
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DI of probiotics   may decrease antibiotic absorption, separate by several hours  
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Common uses of saw palmetto   symptoms of BPH  
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proposed mechanisms of saw palmetto   inhibits 5alpha-reductase and DHT binding to androgen receptors  
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SE of saw palmetto   GI, HA, urine retention, dysuria, impotence  
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Precautions of saw palmetto   discuss with provider to R/O prostate cancer before using  
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Common uses of St. John's wort   mild to moderate depression, anxiety  
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Proposed mechanisms of St. John's wort   inhibit monoamine reuptake, decrease IL-6  
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SE of St. John's wort   Mild Gi, fatigue, insomnia, dry mouth, photosensitivity  
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CI of St. John's wort   Severe depression, HIV/AIDs  
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DI of St. John's wort   Induces CYP3A4 and reduces effect of: warfarin  
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