AMERICAN HERBAL PRODUCTS ASSOCIATIONS BOTANICAL SAFETY HANDBOOK 2ED (HB 2019) Hardcover

For anyone working with or advising on herbal products, having access to reliable, research-backed, and clinically useful information is crucial. This thoroughly updated second edition of the American Herbal Products Association’s Botanical Safety Handbook, drawing on the expertise of leading figures in herbal and integrative medicine, offers an authoritative review of botanical safety, combining traditional uses with modern scientific research. 1 Covering over 500 herb species, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of safety by integrating data from clinical trials, pharmacological and toxicological studies, medical case reports, and historical records. 1 Each herb entry includes a quick-reference safety summary alongside a detailed literature review. 2 User-friendly classification systems indicate each herb's safety level and potential for drug interactions. 3 The Second Edition features significant improvements, including safety and drug interaction ratings for every herb, more accuracy-vetted references, specific details on reported adverse events, safety-related pharmacology and pharmacokinetics (including drug interactions), added information on use during pregnancy and lactation, and toxicological data. 4 As a publication from the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA), representing reputable businesses in the herbal product industry, this handbook aims to promote the responsible sale of these products. The Second Edition serves as an essential reference for manufacturers, healthcare professionals, regulatory bodies, researchers, and consumers seeking reliable information on botanical safety. 1