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A comprehensive overview of various complementary and alternative medicine (cam) therapies, including their uses, dosages, potential side effects, and drug interactions. It covers a wide range of cam modalities, such as energy medicine, mind-body therapies, biologically based practices, and manipulative and body-based practices. Particularly useful for understanding the applications and potential benefits of common cam therapies like st. John's wort, kava, valerian, ginkgo, ginseng, lavender, sam-e, omega-3 fatty acids, and folic acid.
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Reiki Whole body systems ayurveda whole body systems Traditional Chinese Medicine whole body systems Homeopathy mind-body system Music, art, & dance therapy mind-body system Cognitive Behavior Therapy mind-body system meditation mind-body system prayer Biologically based Herbs, herbal products Biologically based Vitamins, foods Manipulative & body based. Chiropractic Manipulative & body based. Osteopathy Manipulative & body based. Massage Biologically based practices use of substances found in nature, such as herbs, foods, and vitamins, to treat illness. The MOST POPULAR of the complementary therapies
Calming effect. It increased GABA by inhibiting the enzyme responsible for breaking down GABA. 400-800 mg 2hrs before bedtime. Children (11 y/o+) 20 mg/kg/night. Valerian Additive effects with alcohol, benzos, and other sedatives. Can cause rebound ANXIETY if stopped abruptly after prolonged use. Ginko Indication: Memory, concentration, confusion, dementia, depression, dizziness, tinnitus, and headaches. Ginko 40-80 mg three times per day CHILDREN with ADHD; 40-120 mg/day (single or divided dose) Side effects: headache and bleeding. Ginseng Used as a tonic that strengthens the Qi. INCREASES sexual potency and longevity. Taken for 15-20 days in 2 doses of 0.5- 1.0 g of the root. Ginseng Inhibits the CYP 3A4. S/E dizziness, nervousness, changes in B/P, diarrhea, and vaginal bleeding Lavender Uses: inducing calm, sleep, relaxation, and improved cognition. COMPLEMENTARY effect on depression when used with prescribed medication. S-adenosyl methionine (SAM-e) NOT an Herb. A naturally occurring molecule that decreases with human aging. Potential antidepressant. 200 mg twice per day. (Max dose 400 mg TID or QID. 1600 mg)
Children 600-1200 mg/day in divided doses. S-adenosyl methionine (SAM-e) NOT regulated by the FDA. NOT recommended by the American Psychiatric Association. Can cause SEROTONIN SYNDROME. omega-3 fatty acids Improves mood. 1.0- 9.6 g/day. May be used to prevent or treat the side effects of antipsychotics. (decrease triglycerides). omega-3 fatty acids Side effects (at excessive doses); GI side effects, alteration of glucose metabolism in diabetics, hypomania, excessive bleeding. Folic acid Use; mood disorder. 400-500 mcg No known side effect or drug-drug interaction
