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Complimentary medicine

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Therapies+ traditional medicine

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Alternative medicine

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Alternative therapies used insertad of traditional medicine.

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Who monitors dietary supplement regulation

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DSHEA
Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994

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Weaknesses of DSHEA

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Testing not required for marketing
Proof of efficacy not needed by manufacturer
Labels not monitored for accuracy

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Synergistic reactions

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Effect of two chemicals taken together is greater than sum of separate effect at same doses.

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Additive/Agonistic

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Effect of two chemicals is equal to sum of effect of two chemicals taken separately

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Antagonistic effect

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May reduce effectiveness of 1+ of the drugs

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Interacting supplements with chemotherapy

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St. John warts
Ginseng
Kava
Cranberry

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Interacting supplements with oral contraceptives

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St Johns wart
Kava

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Interacting supplements with
Antiviral meds for HIV infection

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Garlic
St. John’s wort
Ginseng
Cranberry

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Interacting supplements with diuretics

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Ginkgo
Ginseng
Kava
Cranberry

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Interacting supplements with digoxin

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St. John’s wort
Ginseng
Ginger

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Interacting supplements with anticonvulsants

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Ginkgo
St. John’s wort
Valerian

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Interacting supplements with hypoglycemic agents

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Garlic
Ginkgo
Ginseng
Cranberry

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Interacting supplements with anticoagulants, NSAIDS, anti platelet agents

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Garlic
Ginkgo
St. John’s wort
Ginseng
Saw palmetto
Ginger
Cranberry

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Soothes burns

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Aloe

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Actions of aloe

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Anti inflammatory
Analgesic
Laxative

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Adverse effects of aloe

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Oral-fluid and electrolyte imbalances from diarrhea
Abdominal cramping

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Contraindications of aloe

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Avoid in kidney and cardiac disorders

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Interaction with aloe

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Avoid with digoxin and diuretics (lowers potassium)
Can increase warfarin effects (bleeding)

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Patient teachings for aloe use

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Monitor for s/s of fluid and electrolyte imbalances if taking as laxative

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What herbal remedy is used form menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, PMS, hormones

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Black cohosh

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What hormone does black cohosh substitute

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Estrogen

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Adverse effects of black cohosh

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Gi upset
Vaginal bleeding
Hepatitis
Blood thinning

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Contraindications of black cohosh
Pregnancy Breast cancer Kidney disease Liver disease
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Interactions with black cohosh
Increases effects of: Anti-hypertensives Estrogens BCP Hypoglycemic risk if taking insulin Avoid: Statins Tylenol Methotrexate
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What herbal supplement is commonly used for the common cold and boasting immunity
Echinacea
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Actions of echinacea
Treat viruses Activate immune system
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Adverse effects of echinacea
Bitter GI upset Fever Allergic reaction
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Contraindications for echinacea
Immunocompromised
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What herbal supplement is used for migraines and arthritis
Feverfew
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Actions of feverfew
Block platelet aggregation Blocks factor causing migraines
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Adverse effects of feverfew
GI upset Aggravate bleeding Post fever few syndrome (do not withdraw abruptly in order to avoid)
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Contraindications of feverfew
Blood thinners Pregnancy Surgery (dc 2 weeks prior)
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What dietary supplement is used to reduce atherosclerosis, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension
Garlic
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Actions of garlic
Release enzyme allicin Blocks LDL Increased HDL Suppresses platelet aggregation Vasodilation
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Adverse effects of garlic
GI upset, bad breath, body order, increase bleeding
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Contraindications of garlic
NSAIDS Heparin Warfarin Hemophilia Surgery (stop 2 weeks prior)
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What herbal supplement helps with nausea, upset stomach, morning sickness, and motion sickness
Ginger root
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Action of ginger root
Relives vertigo and nausea Increases gastric motility Decreased GI spasms Suppresses platelet aggregation
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Adverse effects of ginger root
Increased bleeding with blood thinners Hypoglycemia with diabetic drugs
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Contraindications of ginger root
Increase risk of miscarriage Risk of bleeding with blood thinners
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What herbal supplement has blood thinning effects
Ginkgo biloba
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Actions of ginkgo biloba
Vasodilation Decreases platelet aggregation Increased blood flow to brain
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Adverse effects of ginkgo biloba
GI upset Possible seizures
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Contraindications of ginkgo biloba
Blood thinners Antihistamines Antidepressants Antipsychotics Epilepsy
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What herbal supplement is used for osteoarthritis
Glucosamine
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Actions of glucosamine
Stimulates cells to make cartilage and synovial fluid Suppresses inflammation of joins
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Adverse effects glucosamine
Nausea Heartburn Bleeding
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Contraindications of glucosamine
Shellfish Anticoagulants
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What herbal supplement is used for insomnia, anxiety, and muscle cramping
Kava
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Actions of kava
Acts on GABA receptors of CNS Promotes sleep Decreased anxiety Muscle relaxant
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Adverse effects of kava
Dry, flaky skin Liver injury with large doses
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Contraindications of kava
CND depressants, ETOH
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What herbal supplement is used for mild pain and depression
St. John’s wort
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Action of St. John’s wort
Increase serotonin Reduces pain and inflammation
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Adverse effects st John’s wort
Dry mouth Lightheadedness Constipation GI upset Skin rash with sun exposure
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Contraindications of St. John’s wort
Antidepressants Amphetamine Cocaine
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Patient teachings for use of St. John’s wort
Avoid excessive sun exposure
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What herbal supplement is used for benign prostatic hyperplasia
Saw Palmetto
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Action of saw palmetto
Decrease prostate enlargement
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Adverse effects saw palmetto
GI upset Blood thinning
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Contraindications saw palmetto
Pregnancy X Finasteride Anticoagulants
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What herbal supplement is used for insomnia and anxiety
Valerian
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Action of valerian
Increase GABA system
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Adverse effects of valerian
Drowsiness Lightheadedness Depressive effects Risk of dependency
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Contraindications of valerian
Pregnancy Breastfeeding CNS depressant ETOH Mental health disorders
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Patient teachings with valerian
Patients should know how the supplement makes you feel prior to driving.
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What herbal supplement is used for hypertriglyceridemia, reducing risk of MI and stroke,enhance brain function, enhance visual acuity, and inflammatory conditions
Omega 3 fatty acids
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Actions of omega 3 fatty acids
Blocks production of thromboxane, prostaglandins, and leukotrienes
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Adverse effects of omega 3 fatty acids
Belching GI upset Fishy taste Arthralgia
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Contraindications of omega 3 fatty acids
Pregnancy category C Fish/ seafood allergy
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Patient teachings with omega 3 fatty acids
Ask about allergies (Fish/seafood allergy)
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What herbal remedy is used for improved memory, Alzheimer’s,erectile dysfunction, increasing sexual stimuli, fatigue in those with MS
Ginseng
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Actions of ginseng
Ginsenosides
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Adverse effects of ginseng
Insomnia Hypoglycemia Bleeding
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Contraindications of ginseng
Pregnancy Bleeding disorders Warfarin Autoimmune conditions
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Patient teachings for ginseng
S/s of toxicity Should not be taken longer than 3 months.
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Which herb supplement is used for pain, fibromyalgia, neuropathies, cachexia
Cannabis
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Actions of cannabis
Activates cannabinols receptors.
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Adverse effects of cannabis
Increased heart rate and appetite Sleepiness,dizziness Dry mount and eyes Hallucination Paranoia Anxiety Impaired attention Dependency
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Xontrajndications of cannabis
Asthma Cardiac disease

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