8. Phytotherapy can be used to treat:
Chronic pain, as in the case of knee osteoarthritis.
High blood pressure.
Digestive functions, such as irritable bowel syndrome.
PMS symptoms and menopause.
Immunity.
Stress, anxiety, and depression.
Respiratory infections, colds, and sore throats.
9. Phototherapy and homeopathy is same ???
Many people do not distinguish between herbal
medicine (phytotherapy) and homeopathy. Both herbal
medicine and homeopathy involve the production of
plant-based remedies (although animal, mineral and
other substances are also used in homeopathy). This
somewhat brief statement sums up their common
features
10. What are the risks of phytotherapies?
Be toxic and make you sick.
Contain dangerous substances such as heavy metals or
harmful bacteria.
Increase your risk of certain diseases.
Interact with other medications and cause dangerous side
effects.
Not have clear dosage instructions or ingredients.
11. Who should avoid herbal medicines?
Taking a herbal medicine may not be suitable for:
people taking other medicines, including hormonal contraceptives, such
as the combined pill
people with serious health conditions, such as liver or kidney disease
people who are going to have surgery
pregnant or breastfeeding women
the elderly
children – as with all medicines, herbal medicines should be kept out of
the sight and reach of children
12. It's important to tell your doctor if you take any herbal
medicines before undergoing surgery.
This is because:
some herbal medicines might interfere with anaesthesia and other
medicines used before, during or after procedures
some herbal medicines may interfere with blood clotting and blood pressure,
which may increase the risk of bleeding during or after surgery Your doctor
may therefore advise you to stop taking any herbal medicines during the
weeks leading up to your operation.
