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milk thistle has a cross allergen to
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ragweed
**milk thistle can prevent liver damage caused by phenytoin (Dilantin) |
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Echinacea stimulates the
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immune system (supportive treatment of upper respiratory infections)
*Contrindicated with TB |
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St. John's wort
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avoid tyramine containing foods
**risk for hypertensive crisis (like with (MAOIs) such as phenelzine (Nardil) |
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Siberian ginseng
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avoid coffee and tea (counteract the sedative effects of ginseng)
effective in normalizing blood glucose levels for type 2 DM |
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Feverfew
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used for headaches
**inhibits prostaglandin synthesis |
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ginkgo
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increases cerebral and arterial circulation
For Alzheimer's - improves tissue perfusion and increases memory AND leg pain **monitor for bruising and bleeding - inhibits platelet aggregation |
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may be effective in promoting labor, should not be used during pregnancy.
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black cohosh
**Avoid antihypertensives (ie Metoprolol (Lopressor) - risk of hypotension |
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Saw palmetto
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for benign prostatic hyperplasia
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most common reason antihypertensives are ineffective
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Noncompliance or nonadherence
**Check before trying alternatives |
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Garlic
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to reduce total serum cholesterol and triglyceride levels (CAD)
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What to ask/tell a pregnant client interested in phytomedicines
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"What medication were you considering?"
"Are you taking any phytomedicines now?" "Consult with the health care provider before ingesting non-prescribed medications. |
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Topical Echinacea
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to promote wound healing
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ginger
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reduces platelet aggregation, increased risk of bleeding in the postoperative client
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Hawthorn
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decreases peripheral vascular resistance = decreased blood pressure
*monitor BP |
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Chamomile
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stimulates regeneration of hepatic cells
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Ginger is most effective when
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started several days before traveling.
**Administer dose 30 minutes before trip, repeat Q4H as needed |
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Associate hypotension with
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black cohosh
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echinacea and toxicity
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may lead to hepatotoxicity when taken for more than 8 weeks
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risk of hepatotoxicity, a client at risk for liver damage (ie. alcoholism) should not ingest
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valerian
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Garlic decreases cholesterol by decreasing
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low-density lipoproteins
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effective outcomes of bilberry therapy
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Improved night vision
Relief of diarrhea Experiences decreased discomfort associated with hemorrhoids Decreased edema in lower legs |
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ginseng and DM
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ginseng increases the effects of hypoglycemics and may result in an immediate life-threatening situation
**also may cause hypertension |
