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What is the difference between herbal medicine and homeopathy?
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homeopathy based on principle of "like cures like"
- increasing dilutions increase potency |
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St. John's wort
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- effective for mild-moderate depression
- can decrease plasma concentrations of certain drugs ie: digoxin |
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gingko biloba
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-effective in dementia
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saw palmetto
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- used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia
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kava
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- used to treat anxiety
- can cause GI problems and skin reaction |
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black cohosh
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- used for menopausal symptoms
- decreases LH levels |
