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Alpha lipoic acid
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For diabetic peripheral neuropathy
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ADR: hypoglycemia, allergic rash CI: thryoid disease |
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Ginseng (Asian: Panax ginseng)
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To decrease fatigue and enhance concentration (adaptogen)
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ADR: HTN, euphoria, anxiety, insomnia, diarrhea, edema, hypoglycemia (stimulanting effects) CI: renal failure, pregnancy, bleeding, infection, surgery DI: anticoagulants/ antiplatelets, stimulants, antipsychotics, corticosteroids |
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Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone)
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For heart failure, cardiomyopathy, HTN
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DI: decreased INR w/ warfarin, decreased CoQ10 w/ HMG CoA reductase inhibitors |
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Echinacea purpurea
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For colds, respiratory infections, wound healing
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ADR: allergic reactions CI: severe illness (HIV, MS, TB) or autoimmune disease (RA, SLE) DI: immunosuppressants (azathioprine, cyclophosphamide, cyclosporine), anticoagulants/ antiplatelets (caution) Limit use to 6-8 weeks |
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Fish oil (omega-3 fatty acids: DHA/EPA)
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For cardiovascular health, hypertriglyceridemia, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis
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ADR: fishy burbs (use EC, take w/ food, or freeze caps) DI: anticoagulants/ antiplatelets (bleeding risk at > 4g daily) |
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Garlic (Allium sativum)
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For hyperlipidemia, hypertension, diabetes, and stomach & colorectal cancers
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ADR: malodorous breath, GI upset, allergic reactions CI: bleeding, surgery DI: anticoagulants/ antiplatelets, saquinavir (decreases AUC by 50%) |
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Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
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For nausea/ vomiting associated with pregnancy, motion sickness, chemotherapy, surgery (antiemetic)
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ADR: heartburn, dermatitis, hypoglycemia DI: anticoagulants/ antiplatelets (> 1g/day alters plt fxn) |
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Gingo biloba
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For memory enhancement, dementia, intermittent claudication, vertio, tinnitus
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ADR: GI upset, dizziness, seizures, bleeding DI: anticoagulants/ antiplatelets CI: surgery, bleeding |
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Glucosamine/chondroitin
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For osteoarthritis (knee)
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CI: severe shellfish allergy May take 6-8 weeks for full effect |
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Green tea
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Prevention of cardiovascular disease and cancer
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ADR: GI upset/stimulation (contains caffeine) DI: large doses may decrease INR (loses vitamin K if brewed), ephedrine, theophylline |
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Kava-kava
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For anxiety or stress
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ADR: alcohol effects (impaired motor reflexes and judgment), mydriasis, EPS, LIVER FAILURE CI: liver disease, alcoholism DI: decreases efficacy of levodopa, additive effects with barbis, benzos, & alcohol Do not take for > 4 weeks & D/C if jaundice |
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Melatonin
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For sleep disorders
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ADR: worsens depression, confusion DI: additive effects w/ benzos |
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Probiotics (Lactobacillus, Bifidobacteria, or Sacchromyces)
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For antibiotic-induced diarrhea, GI disorders, atopic dermatitis, allergies
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ADR: bloating, flatulence, diarrhea CI: systemic infection, immunocompromised DI: seperate administration of antibiotics (decreases absorption) |
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Saw palmetto
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For BPH
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Well tolerated See MD before use to r/o prostate cancer |
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St. John's Wort (Hypericum)
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To treat depression and anxiety
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ADR: insomnia, loss of libido, photosensitivity, GI upset, dizziness, confusion DI: antidepressants, CYP450 3A4/ 1A2/ 2C9 & p-glycoprotein inducer (decreases cyclosporine, indinavir, digoxin, OCP) |
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Black cohosh
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For female complaints (PMS, dysmenorrhea, menopause)
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Well tolerated, but reports of serious ADRs: vasoconstriction, GI spasms, hypotension, bradycardia DI: unsafe abortifacien (bleeding) w/ pennyroyal |
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Comfrey
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For gout, arthritis, infections
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Serious ADR: obstruction of blood flow to the liver possibly resulting in death |
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Chinese weight loss preps
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For weight loss
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Serious ADR: Kidney cancer (Chinese-herb nephropathy) |
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Ephedra (Ma-Huang, Herbal Ectasy)
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For weight loss, energy, allergy/ respiratory problems
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Serious ADR: HTN, arrhythmias, seizures, stroke, MI, death DI: stimulants, CV agents DO NOT USE! |
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Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
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For gastric and duodenal ulcers, chronic gastritis, constipation, and hepatitis C
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Serious ADR: pseudoaldosteronism due to mineralcorticoid activity (sodium/ water retention, hypokalemia, HTN, vasoconstriction) DI: digoxin |
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Yohimbe
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For aphrodisiac
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Serious ADR: weakness, paralysis, anxiety, death (overdose) |
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Chasteberry
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For female complaints (menstrual irregularity, PMS)
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Well tolerated DI: dopamine antagonists, oral contraceptives |
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Evening Primrose Oil/ Black Currant Oil/ Borage Seed Oil
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For PMS, menopause, gynecological problems, diabetic neuropathy, chronic fatigue, preeclampsia
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Well tolerated |
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Grape Seed Extract/ Pine Bark
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For atherosclerosis, varicose veins, ADHD, diabetic retinopathy, cardiac/cerebral infarction (antioxidants)
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Well tolerated |
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Hawthorn
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For heart failure and CAD
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Well tolerated DI: digoxin |
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Chamomile
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For motion sickness, GI disorders, dermatologic disorders, anxiety, insomnia, hemorrhoids
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ADR: allergic reactions DI: warfarin? |
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Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum)
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For mushroom poisoning, liver disease due to alcohol, APAP, and other chemicals
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ADR: GI upset, allergic reactions DI: indinavir |
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Peppermint (Mentha piperita)
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For irritable bowel syndrome
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ADR: heartburn Avoid if severe GI disease |
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Plantago (plantain, psyllium seed)
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For constipation or soft stools (hemorrhoids, anal fissures, or anorectal surgery)
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Well tolerated Avoid if GI obstruction |
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減産
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감산
a decrease in production [decrease + produce] |
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Cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon)
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For prevention and treatment of urinary tract infections
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ADR: increased risk of kidney stones, diarrhea |
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Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium)
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For prevention of migraines, relief of rheumatic pain
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ADR: GI upset, oral ulcers, "postfeverfew syndrome": anxiety, headache, insomnia, muscle stiffness DI: anticoagulants/ antiplatelets |
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Valerian Root
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For sedative properties
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Well tolerated DI: other CNS depressants |
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Aloe vera gel (topical)
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For burns, wound healing, inflammation, arthritis
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Well tolerated DI: application with topical steroids may increase absorption of steroid |
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Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana)
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For astringent effects (vasoconstriction, decreased inflammation)
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ADR: allergic reactions |
