Herbal Medicine:
Transcript: Herbs and Supplements Uses: CNS sedation without loss of mental acuity Proven risks: Increases sedation, especially of benzodiazepines. In large doses it can cause liver toxicity. Possibly increases effects of antiepileptic meds. Valerian is another sedative, with the same risks, but not to be used with barbiturates. (Kee et al., 2009) Important Echinacea By Kalika, Stacy, Jeremy and Amanda Questions to Ask Patients Green Tea Collaborator Advocate Self Health promotion Clotting Cellular Regulation Inflammation Anxiety Sleep Coping Stress Found to inhibit prostate cancer development in men.(Henning et al., 2012) Proven risk: It decreases the effects of warfarin because it is a source of vitamin K. A patient may drink green tea if it is the same amount everyday and they notify their doctor. (Kee et al., 2009) Interactions Nurses Need to Know References Vitamins C and E Bent, S. (2008). Herbal medicine in the United States: Review of efficacy, safety, and regulation. Journal of General Internal Medicine, 23(6), 854-859. doi:10.1007/s11606-008-0632-y Deglin, J. H., & Vallerand, A. H. (2009). Davis's drug guide for nurses (11th ed.). Philadelphia, Penn.: F.A. Davis. Henning, S., Wang, P., Said, J., Magyar, C., Castor, B., Doan, N., Tosity, C., Moro, A., Gao, K., Li, L., & Heber, D. (2012). Polyphenols in brewed green tea inhibit prostate tumor xenograft growth by localizing to the tumor and decreasing oxidative stress and angiogenesis. Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry, 1-6. doi:10.1016/j.jnutbio.2011.10.007 Kee, J., Hayes, E., & McCuistion, L. (2009). Herbal therapy with nursing implications. Pharmacology: A nursing process approach (pp. 169-186). St. Louis, MO: Saunders-Elsevier. Murray, M., Birdsall, T., Pizzorno, J., & Reilly, P. (2002). How to prevent and treat cancer with natural medicine. New York, NY: Penguin Group. Skinner, C. M., & Rangasami J. (2002). Preoperative use of herbal medicines: a patient survey. British journal of anasthesia. 89 (5) 792-795 WHO guidelines for governments and consumers regarding the use of alternative therapies. (2004). Rev Panam Salud Publica, 16(3):218-21. Wong, W., Gabriel, A., Maxwell, P., & Gupta, S. (2012). Bleeding risks of herbal, homeopathic, and dietary supplements: A hidden nightmare for plastic surgeons? Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 32,332-346. doi:10:1177/1090820X12438913 Facts Garlic (detoxifies and increase immunity) Ginger (digestion) Ginkgo (antioxidant, increase blood flow to CNS) Ginseng (supports adrenals, enhances energy) All proven to increase the effect of anticoagulants and antiplatelet agents. So there is an increased risk of bleeding. (Kee et al., 2009) Concepts Used for Bacterial/viral infections Inflammation of mouth and pharynx. Wounds and burns. UTI/vaginal candiditis Contraindicated with immunosuppressants (Skinner and Rangasami 2002) St John's Wort 1. Are you currently taking any herbal products, supplements, teas, food, natural remedies? 2. Have you taken any herbal supplements in the past? 3. In the past four weeks, what types of tea, vegetable and plant products have you eaten or drank? 4.Are you taking any dietary supplements and for how long? Who recommended these? 5.What other medications are you taking? (Wong et al., 2012) Cancer prevention and aid in treatment The Institute of Medicine state that a dose of 1000 mg of Vitamin E daily is safe. Others recommend that clients resume taking Vitamin E when healing is complete But they inhibit platelet aggregation (Wong et al., 2012) Nursing References The 4 G's Kava-Kava The student will Gain a basic understanding of the 10 most popular herbal remedies Evaluate the scientific evidence for efficacy of these herbs Prioritize safety concerns regarding herb-drug interactions 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. use herbal remedies. (as cited in Bent, 2008) These remedies are not regulated or tested for safety or efficacy by the FDA. “Natural” does not mean safe, harmless, or without risk. (WHO, 2004) Adverse events are due to poor quality and improper use. (WHO, 2004) Pregnant women to need to consult with their primary care provider about all herbal remedies. Discontinue all herbs at least 1 week before surgery, if not 2-3 weeks before surgery, if tapering off is called for. (Murray et al., 2002) Speak with Herbal specialist about dosage to help prevent hepatotoxicity Objectives Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM): www.nccam.nih.gov or call 1-888-644-6226 Herb Research Foundation: www.herbs.org FDA: www.fda.gov Office of Dietary Supplements, National Institutes of Health: ods.od.nih.gov Uses: Mild to moderate depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders. Proven to reduce the effect of: -digoxin -SSRIs -Oral contraceptives -warfarin Could cause serotonin syndrome. (Kee et al., 2009)