Natural Health Magazine Instant Guide to Drug-Herb Interactions. Este artículo no está disponible.Natural Health Magazine Instant Guide to Drug-Herb Interactions

A-Z listing of 150 common drugs with essential information on how they interact with herbs. When taking both drugs and herbs, two rules of thumb apply. One, don't mix medicines and herbal supplements that have similar actions. And two, don't mix medicines and supplements that have opposing actions. But sorting out these remedies and their rules can be confusing -- even dangerous -- until now. Instant Guide to Drug-Herb Interactions is your one-stop, at-a-glance source for the millions of consumers who take herbs and herbal supplements along with their prescription and over-the-counter medications. Featuring 150 of the most common drugs, organized by generic name, it highlights those herbs that should be avoided when using each drug and explains why a contraindication may occur. Many listings also include herbs that enhance the effectiveness and reduce the side effects of the drugs. With Instant Guide to Drug-Herb Interactions, you can feel confident about getting the best benefit form every drug and herb you use.

Chris D. Meletis, N.D., is the Dean of Clinical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer at The National College of Naturopathic Medicine, one of America's premier teaching institutions for naturopathic physicians. His previous books include Interactions Between Drugs & Natural Medicines, A Naturopathic Guide to Clinical Nutrition, and Better Sex Naturally. Dr. Meletis lives in Oregon. Established in 1971, Natural Health is the longest running and most respected periodical in the field of natural self-care. Read by more than a million health-conscious readers each issue, Natural Health is a trusted leader, providing credible information, guidance, and inspiration to both core devotees of natural healing and to the growing legions of new natural health enthusiasts. Published by Weider Publications, Inc., Natural Health's Editorial Advisory Board includes such esteemed authorities as Dean Ornish, Carolyn Dean, and Andrew Weil.