Herbal preparations are being used more widely even though knowledge of their adverse
effects is limited, because: the experience of traditional users may not be relevant to Western …

Herbal remedies can result in indirect health risks when they delay or replace a more
effective form of conventional treatment or when they compromise the efficacy of …

Herbal medicines have become a popular form of therapy. They are often perceived as
being natural and therefore harmless. This article reviews the recent literature on the …

Although lots of books have been published about herbal therapy, a comprehensive
overview of the adverse effects of botanical medicines is not available. Yet such an overview …

Although lots of books have been published about herbal therapy, a comprehensive
overview of the adverse effects of botanical medicines is not available. Yet such an overview …

Many people have turned away from conventional medicines, with the belief that
'natural'substances like herbs are safer than synthetic substances. This belief is augmented …

This chapter discusses the importance, efficacy, safety, toxicity, and regulation of herbal
remedies. Herbal therapy has been practiced for many years, and their importance has been …

Extremely limited knowledge about the ingredients in herbal medicines and their effects in
humans, the lack of stringent quality control and the heterogenous nature of herbal …

As herbal medicines are used by increasing numbers of people, pharmacists must be
knowledgeable about their safety. This requires appreciation of the magnitude of use, as …

Recently, many people have used various herbs and herbal products with the aim of
protection from diseases or for curing them. The inaccurate information given by the media …