Rational Phytotherapy: A Reference Guide for Physicians and Pharmacists [Paperback]

All practitioners and pharmacists interested in treatment with herbal remedies should have this book at their disposal. It is the definitive practice-oriented introduction - now in its fifth edition - to phytotherapy. Methodically classified by organic systems and fields of application, the text provides a quick insight into dosage, form of application and effects of the most important herbal remedies. Only those herbal remedies that are of pharmacological and clinical efficiency have been considered. The authors are highly experienced in the field of postgraduate medical education, and, with this work, present an indispensable reference book for the medical practice.

1 Medicinal Plants, Phytomedicines, and Phytotherapy 2 Central Nervous System 3 Cardiovascular System 4 Respiratory System 5 Digestive System 6 Urinary Tract 7 Gynecologic Indications for Herbal Remedies 8 Skin, Trauma, Rheumatism, and Pain 9 Agents that Increase Resistance to Diseases 10 Appendix: The 100 Most Commonly Prescribed Herbal Medications in Germany

The indispensable standard reference work for medical practitioners and pharmacists

Based on the 100 most widely prescribed herbal medications in Germany

Covers phytomedicines that have been pharmacologically and clinically tested

Gives a rapid overview of efficacy and tolerance

Clearly organized by organ systems and indications

Highlights current developments in research and drug policies

New to the fifth edition:
Herbal versus synthetic drugs in prescribing practice;
The therapeutic context and its impact on treatment efficacy;
Fully revised chapters on the respiratory tract and digestive organs;
Copious new data on the central nervous system;
All tables of studies and medications updated to the year 2002

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