Natural Medicines Newsletter

Volume 1, Issue 1, 01/23/2009

Question

Why should healthcare providers learn the pharmacology of natural or herbal medicines?

Answer

The use of natural or herbal medicines is without a doubt on the rise and will likely continue to be used by patients around the world. It is also well known that many pharmaceutical medications have been derived from natural sources. For example, Artemisia annua which has been used in China for over 2,000 years is the source for the development of new antimalarial drugs.(1) According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 100 countries now have regulations for herbal medicines, which reflects their use and popularity.(1) So how many patients are taking natural therapies?........To read the full answer please LOGIN or SUBSCRIBE NOW.