Summary Glucosamine supplements are widely used for relieving pain and symptoms associated with osteoarthritis. They appear to be well tolerated, with a reported frequency of…
This updated medicine Q&A considers the limited information available on potential drug interactions between glucosamine and conventional medicines. There are a number of reports describing enhanced anticoagulant…
Turmeric has been widely used in traditional medicine and as a spice in foods Curcumin is the main active ingredient in turmeric. Turmeric and curcumin…
There are a number of potential drug drug interactions with cannabis-based medicinal products and other medications or substances. Data suggests that CBD and THC act…
Self-administration of over-the-counter bought CBD is increasingly popular and doctors and pharmacists should be aware of its potential adverse effects. The Food Standards Agency (FSA)…
This Q&A focuses on complementary therapies and alternative medicines (CAMs) with pharmacological activity such as herbal medicines, vitamins and minerals, and summarises information on common characteristics of…
The principles on which homeopathy is based are very different to conventional medical beliefs. Two theories central to homeopathy are like cures like and the…
Based on the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of individual herbal medicines the recommendations for discontinuation vary between 24 hours and 2 weeks. It is generally advised…
There is a lack of scientific evidence of the safety and efficacy of herbal medicines together with an under-reporting and underestimation of adverse effects. Interactions…