Non-herbal nutritional supplements-The next wave: A comprehensive review of risks and benefits for the C-L psychiatrist

Document Type

Journal Article

Publication Date

1-1-2001

Journal

Psychosomatics

Volume

42

Issue

4

DOI

10.1176/appi.psy.42.4.285

Abstract

The continuing popularity of complementary medicine has led to the frequent appearance of new products in the marketplace. Non-herbal supplements are now a popular choice for patients seeking relief from a variety of medical conditions. As with herbal medicines, there are concerns about the safety of these products in those with physical illness. Clearly, consultation-liaison psychiatrists will encounter patients using non-herbal products or inquiring about them. This article seeks to provide knowledge about the risks and benefits of non-herbal supplements that consultation-liaison psychiatrists are likely to encounter.

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