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/library/oar/handle/123456789/45336| Title: | The past, present and future of herbal medicine |
| Authors: | Attard, Everaldo |
| Keywords: | Herbs -- Therapeutic use -- Side effects Herbs -- Therapeutic use -- Research Herbs -- Therapeutic use -- Testing |
| Issue Date: | 2007-11 |
| Publisher: | Medical Portals Ltd. |
| Citation: | Attard, E. (2007). The past, present and future of herbal medicine. The Synapse : the Medical Professionals' Network, 6, 6-7. |
| Abstract: | Herbal medicines are well sought by the general public worldwide. Since these products have significant pharmacological activity, and thus potential adverse effects and drug interactions, healthcare professionals must be familiar with this therapeutic modality. This article gives an account of the origins of herbal medicines and their transformation into modern medicine. It also highlights what knowledge should be required by the healthcare professional to deal with the ever increasing number of interested consumers. |
| URI: | https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/45336 |
| Appears in Collections: | The Synapse, Issue 06/07 The Synapse, Issue 06/07 |
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