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9 - Materia Media for Managing Cancer: The Cytotoxic Herbs Flashcards

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What is the main principle behind using cytotoxic herbs in cancer treatment?

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Big disease takes big medicine

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Why is it important to have qualified practitioners access cytotoxic herbs?

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They can kill both cancer cells and healthy cells, requiring specific dosing and monitoring

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What is the recommended duration for using cytotoxic herbs?

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For the shortest duration possible, with monitoring to determine when to stop

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What should be done if cancer is controlled but not cured?

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Consider a low-dose cytotoxic rotation for a longer duration

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What is the first guideline for prescribing cytotoxic herbs?

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Start low and go slow

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What should be anticipated when prescribing cytotoxic herbs?

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Side effects

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What is one of the specific tissue targets for Artemisia annua?

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Broadly active against various types of cancer

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What mechanism does Asimina triloba use to assist in cancer treatment?

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Inhibits multidrug resistance pumping and helps keep chemotherapy in target cells

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What are the notable effects of Camptotheca acuminata?

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Inhibition of topoisomerase I and induction of apoptosis

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Which alkaloids does Chelidonium majus contain that are significant in cancer treatment?

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Isoquinoline alkaloids

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What is the primary action of Larrea divaricata in cancer management?

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Induces apoptosis and inhibits glycolysis

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What are the specific uses for Phytolacca spp.?

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Active against various types of cancer, particularly breast and throat

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What does Podophyllum peltatum inhibit to prevent cancer cell mitosis?

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DNA topoisomerase II and tubulin polymerization

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What effects do Sanguinaria canadensis alkaloids have?

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Antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects

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What is the mechanism of Taxus brevifolia in cancer treatment?

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Overstabilizes tubulin and inhibits mitosis

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What is the proapoptotic mechanism of Thuja occidentalis?

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Induction of ROS and p53 activation

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What role does Viscum album play in cancer treatment?

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Inhibits cell replication and upregulates NK cells

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What is the common name for Artemisia annua?

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Annual wormwood

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Fill in the blank: The molecular structure of artemisinin shows the _______.

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endoperoxide bridge

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What is the recommended dosing approach for Artemisia?

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Pulse dosing in alternating weeks

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What are some synergists for Artemisia?

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  • Grapefruit juice
  • Vitamin C
  • Omega-3 fatty acids (DHA and EPA)
  • Iron
  • Proteolytic enzymes
  • Lymphatic and hepatic support
  • Butyrate
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What is the common name for Asimina triloba?

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Pawpaw

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What is a significant concern regarding Camptotheca acuminata?

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It is considered endangered due to overharvesting

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What is the common name for Chelidonium majus?

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Greater celandine

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What are the actions of Larrea divaricata?
* Antioxidant * Anti-inflammatory * Antiallergy * Hypolipidemic * Antifungal * Antiviral * Hepatic stimulant * Anticancer
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What are the specific indications for Phytolacca decandra?
* Pallid mucous membranes with ulceration * Sore mouth with small blisters * Hard, painful, enlarged glands * Mastitis * Orchitis
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What is the common name for olacca decandra?
Pokeroot
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Which plant family does Pokeroot belong to?
Phytolaccaceae
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What part of the Pokeroot plant is used?
Root
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What are the specific indications for Pokeroot?
* Pallid mucous membranes with ulceration * Sore mouth with small blisters * Sore lips with epidermis separation * Enlarged glands * Mastitis * Orchitis * Parotitis * Aphthae * Sore mammary glands * Faucial, tonsillar, or pharyngeal ulceration * Pallid sore throat with cough * White glaze secretions in mouth * White pultaceous sloughs * Diphtheritic deposits
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What is Pokeweed mitogen?
A lectin that activates the acquired immune system
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What therapeutic action does Pokeroot have for laryngitis and tonsillitis?
Leukocytic action
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What is Pokeroot used for in the context of lymph nodes?
Lymph node and lymphocyte activator
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What is one of the anti-inflammatory uses of Pokeroot?
For autoimmune inflammations such as rheumatoid arthritis
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What is the common name for Podophyllum peltatum?
Mayapple
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Which plant family does Mayapple belong to?
Berberidaceae
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What part of the Mayapple plant is used?
Root
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What is the common name for Sanguinaria canadensis?
Bloodroot
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What parts of the Bloodroot plant are used?
Root, rhizome
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What historical use did Bloodroot have in topical applications?
For skin ulcers and sores
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What is Black Salve?
A product combining Bloodroot and zinc chloride, used historically but not recommended today
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What is a major risk associated with Black Salve?
Causes tissue damage and risk of infection
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What is the common name for Taxus brevifolia?
Pacific yew
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What plant family does the yew belong to?
Taxaceae
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What is the symbolic meaning of the yew tree?
Death and rebirth
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How does the yew tree demonstrate a form of immortality?
Branches grow down to root and rise as cloned trunks
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What is the common name for Thuja occidentalis?
Eastern arborvitae
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What parts of the Thuja tree are used?
Young leaves and growing tips
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What therapeutic actions does Thuja have?
* Astringent/cicatrant * Stimulating expectorant * Diuretic * Antifungal * Antiviral * Antineoplastic/antimitotic
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What is one of the modern research findings about Thuja?
Anti-inflammatory effects
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What is the common name for Viscum album?
Mistletoe
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What parts of the Mistletoe plant are used?
Leaf, stem, flowers
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What traditional clinical applications is Mistletoe indicated for?
* Hypertension * Nervous tachycardia * Cardiac hypertrophy * Seizure disorders * Anxiety and hysteria
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What is one of the anticancer actions of Mistletoe?
Increase numbers of leukocytes
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True or False: Bloodroot is recommended for modern use.
False
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Fill in the blank: The yew tree's branches grow out and then down to _______ themselves.
root

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