Access the most reliable information on herbs and alternative medicines
from trusted author, Linda Skidmore-Roth, in Mosby's Handbook of Herbs
and Natural Supplements! Reviewed by nurses and herbalists alike, this
authoritative resource presents herb and supplement profiles in a
convenient, A-Z format for fast reference. This edition's updated,
streamlined design helps you find information quickly, and a new
systematic pregnancy and breastfeeding classification offers the latest
guidelines for this special client population.
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Detailed monographs for 300 commonly used herbal products and natural
supplements include vital information on the products you'll encounter
with your clients.
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Updated references and information from new studies make this a
reliable source for herbal content.
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Alert icons warn you of potentially dangerous reactions that could
threaten your clients' health.
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Popular Herb, Pregnancy, and Pediatric icons help you find relevant
content quickly for common herbs and herbs for special populations.
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Quick-reference format presents consistent monographs for each herb
and makes it easy to find the information you need.
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Herbal Resource appendix, Drug/Herb Interaction appendix, Pediatric
Herbal Use appendix, and a list of abbreviations provide essential
resources and expanded herbal material in one convenient spot.
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A comprehensive index of herbal terms allows you to look up an herb by
its common or scientific name, as well as by condition.
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A pregnancy classification system from the Australian Therapeutic
Goods Administration allows you to analyze herbs individually and
provides a consistent formula to decide which herbs should be used.
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Updated content throughout includes the latest uses, actions, dosages,
contraindications, side effects/adverse reactions, interactions,
pharmacology, alerts, and references.
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Pediatric Herbal Use appendix covers uses, guidelines, and expanded
pediatric and adolescent information for 32 herbs.
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Drug/Herb Interaction appendix lists known drug and herb interactions
for herbs included in the handbook to ensure client safety.
