Herbaceuticals: An Overview for Counselors

Abstract

As more and more people are using unregulated herbaceuticals worldwide, counselors need to be alert to the types of herbs clients may be taking; the effects, side effects, and drug interactions associated with different herbaceuticals; and the ethical implications of treating a client who is taking herbaceuticals. This article provides an overview of the psychological, physiological, cultural, and legal issues associated with herbaceuticals and introduces some of the emerging ethical issues.

Effects of dietary fruits, vegetables and a herbal tea on thein vitrotransport of cimetidine: Comparing the Caco-2 model with porcine jejunum tissue

“…Plant materials in the form of fruits, vegetables, herbs and beverages contain various phytoconstituents and are often taken in conjunction with allopathic medicines (Ingersoll, 2005). Pharmacokinetic and/or pharmacodynamic interactions may occur between phytoconstituents from these plants and co-administered drugs (Harris et al, 2003).…”