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6 Cards in this Set
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FEVERFEW
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This is used to prevent and treat migrains, arthritis, and fever. This herbal should not be taken with Coumadin, aspirin, NSAIDS, thrombolytics, or antiplatelet, meds because it will prolong the bleeding time.
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GINSENG
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This is used as an anti-inflammatory. It has estrogen effects, enhances the immune system, and improves mental and physical abilities. This herbal decreases the effects of anticoagulants and NSAIDS.
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GINGKO
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This improves memory and can be used to treat depression. It also improves peripheral circulation.
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Echinacea
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This is used to treat colds, fevers, and urinary tract infections. This herbal can interfere with immunosuppressive agents, methotrexate and ketoconazole.
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KAVA-KAVA
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This herb is used to treat insomnia and mild aches and pains. It increases the effects of central nervous system suppressants and decreases the effects of levodopa. It can also increase the effect of MAOIs and cause liver damage
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ST. JOHN'S WORT
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This is used to treat asthma and hay fever, for weight loss and to increase energy levels. It increases the effect of MAOIs, sympathomimetics, theophylline, and cardiac glycosides.
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