The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines

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Summary: Formatted for quick problem-solving...
Review: Title - For fast access, monographs are listed by English common names, followed by Latin pharmacopeial and German names

Approval status - Specified at head of page

Composition - Tells you plant part, botanical name, plant family, required time of harvest, primary chemical constituents

Uses - See at a glance specific indications approved by Commission E

Contraindications - Including diseases and disorders...allergies...hypersensitivities...pregnancy...lactation

Side Effects - Be aware of possible adverse side effects, including toxicity

Interactions with Other Drugs - Check out possible adverse or synergistic reactions of multi-drug regimens

Dosage - Be sure you know which levels have proved safe and effective

Mode of Administration - Incudes method of preparation for internal and external uses

Duration of Administration - Gives you vital data on the maximum period of safe use