Herbal medicine refers to using plants for medicinal purposes and has been practiced for millennia. It is the second most popular form of alternative medicine. While herbal medicines were widely used in the 19th century, the rise of chemical analysis and synthesized drugs caused their use to decline. However, the WHO estimates that 80% of people worldwide still rely on herbal medicines. Herbal medicines can treat many conditions but are unregulated and carry risks of mislabeling, contamination, allergic reactions, and interactions with other drugs if not used properly. Education is important to make informed choices about herbal medicine use and safety.

1. BISHNU PRASAD KOIRALA
M.PHARMA (Pharmaceutics)
SHREE DEVI COLLEGE OF
PHARMACY,
MANGLORE

2.  Herbal medicine also called botanical medicine or
phytomedicine refers to the use of plant’s seeds, berries,
roots, leaves, barks or flowers for medicinal purposes.
 Pkants had been used for medicinal purposes long before
recorded history
 Herbal medicine is the second most popular form of
alternative medicine.

3.  In the early 19th century when chemical analysis first became
available, scientists began to extract and modify active
ingredients from plants. Later, chemical began making their
own version of plant compounds and overtime, use of herbal
medicines declined in favour of drugs.
 Recently WHO estimated that 80% of people worldwide rely
on herbal medicines for some part of their primary health
care.

4.  In many cases, scientists aren’t sure what specific
ingredients in a particular herb works to treat a
condition or illness.
whole herb contains many ingredients and
they may work together to produce a
benefical effect.

5.  Herbal medicine is used to treat many conditions such
as;
o Asthma
o Eczema
o Premenstrual syndromes
o Rheumatoid arthritis
o Migraine

6. o Menopausal symtoms
o Chronic fatigue
o Irritable bowel syndrome
o Cancer, etc…
 If used correctly, herbs can help treat a variety
of conditions and in some cases, may have
fewer side effects that some conventionals
medications.

7.  But bacause they are unregulated, herbal
herbal products are often mislabeled and may
contain additives and contaminant’s that
aren’t listed on the label.
 Some herbs may cause allergic reactions or interact
interact with conventional drugs and some are toxic if
used improperly or at high doses.

8.  No organization or agency regulates manufacturer or
certifies labeling of herbal preparation. So,we can’t be
sure that the amount of herb containted in bottle or
even from dose to dose is same as what is stated in
label. So, the best way to saty safe and health is
through education.
 Before, taking any herbals, find information about it
on internet, health food store or library then make
intelligent and informed choices about health.

9. Thank you