Drugs, Herbals and Nutraceuticals: New Reports to Keep Your Practice Current R.L.Wynn Thursday June 18 AM Handout Safety Concerns of Herbal Remedies
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It is estimated that the U.S. population spends between $4 billion and $5 billion annually on herbal medicines. (1,2) Between 1990 and 1997, the use of herbal remedies in the U. S. population increased from 2.5% in 1990 to 12.1% in 1997. (1) In 1998, it was estimated that 15 million adults concurrently take herbal remedies and vitamins along with prescription medications. (1) In addition, patients undergoing medical surgery appeared to use herbal medications more frequently than the general population. (3) In view of the fact that herbal remedy use seems to be escalating, it is important that the dental professional be aware of safety concerns about these products.
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