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Which plant is traditionally used to treat asthma and nasal congestion?
Which plant is traditionally used to treat asthma and nasal congestion?
What is the activity of Ephedrae Herba (Hephedra)?
What is the activity of Ephedrae Herba (Hephedra)?
What is the therapeutic indication of Hedera helix (Ivy) Extract?
What is the therapeutic indication of Hedera helix (Ivy) Extract?
Which enzyme does the liposterolic extract inhibit?
Which enzyme does the liposterolic extract inhibit?
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What is the main therapeutic indication for valerian root?
What is the main therapeutic indication for valerian root?
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Which plant is historically used for treating nervous excitability and insomnia?
Which plant is historically used for treating nervous excitability and insomnia?
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What is the well-established use of Prunus Africana?
What is the well-established use of Prunus Africana?
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Which of the following is a potential side effect of overdose of peppermint oil?
Which of the following is a potential side effect of overdose of peppermint oil?
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What is the pharmacotherapeutic group of peppermint oil for functional GI disorders?
What is the pharmacotherapeutic group of peppermint oil for functional GI disorders?
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Which of the following is a pharmacokinetic property of peppermint oil?
Which of the following is a pharmacokinetic property of peppermint oil?
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Which of the following is a potential benefit of a diet high in soya?
Which of the following is a potential benefit of a diet high in soya?
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Which of the following is a symptom of menopause?
Which of the following is a symptom of menopause?
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What is the main cause of menopause in women?
What is the main cause of menopause in women?
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Which plant is used for the treatment of menopause symptoms?
Which plant is used for the treatment of menopause symptoms?
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What is the main symptom of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
What is the main symptom of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
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Which medicinal plant is commonly used for mild and moderate forms of depression?
Which medicinal plant is commonly used for mild and moderate forms of depression?
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What are the adverse effects of valerian root?
What are the adverse effects of valerian root?
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Which medicinal plant is often used in combination with valerian for sedative and hypnotic effects?
Which medicinal plant is often used in combination with valerian for sedative and hypnotic effects?
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What is the pharmacotherapeutic group of valerian root?
What is the pharmacotherapeutic group of valerian root?
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Which of the following symptoms can be caused by an overdose of essential oils?
Which of the following symptoms can be caused by an overdose of essential oils?
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Which essential oil was taken off the market due to its potential toxicity when absorbed through the skin?
Which essential oil was taken off the market due to its potential toxicity when absorbed through the skin?
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What is the well-established therapeutic indication for Mentha X piperita L (peppermint) essential oil?
What is the well-established therapeutic indication for Mentha X piperita L (peppermint) essential oil?
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What are the possible undesirable effects of using Mentha X piperita L (peppermint) essential oil?
What are the possible undesirable effects of using Mentha X piperita L (peppermint) essential oil?
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Which herbal preparation is indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate depressive episodes?
Which herbal preparation is indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate depressive episodes?
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Which herbal preparation is indicated for the short term treatment of symptoms of mild depressive disorder?
Which herbal preparation is indicated for the short term treatment of symptoms of mild depressive disorder?
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Which herbal preparation is indicated for the relief of temporary mental exhaustion?
Which herbal preparation is indicated for the relief of temporary mental exhaustion?
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Which herbal preparation is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of minor inflammation of the skin such as sunburns and as aid in the healing of minor wounds?
Which herbal preparation is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of minor inflammation of the skin such as sunburns and as aid in the healing of minor wounds?
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Which plant is traditionally used to treat asthma and nasal congestion?
Which plant is traditionally used to treat asthma and nasal congestion?
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What is the activity of Ephedrae Herba (Hephedra)?
What is the activity of Ephedrae Herba (Hephedra)?
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What is the well-established use of Hedera helix (Ivy) Extract?
What is the well-established use of Hedera helix (Ivy) Extract?
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Which hormone is responsible for the reduction of prolactin?
Which hormone is responsible for the reduction of prolactin?
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What is the main symptom of menopause?
What is the main symptom of menopause?
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Which plant is used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia?
Which plant is used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia?
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What is the main therapeutic indication for Cimicifugae Racemosae Rhizome?
What is the main therapeutic indication for Cimicifugae Racemosae Rhizome?
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Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of camphor overdose?
Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of camphor overdose?
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Which of the following is a traditional use of Thyme essential oil?
Which of the following is a traditional use of Thyme essential oil?
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Which of the following is an established therapeutic indication for Mentha X piperita L (peppermint) essential oil?
Which of the following is an established therapeutic indication for Mentha X piperita L (peppermint) essential oil?
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Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of using Mentha X piperita L (peppermint) essential oil?
Which of the following is a potential adverse effect of using Mentha X piperita L (peppermint) essential oil?
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Which of the following is a potential side effect of overdose of peppermint oil?
Which of the following is a potential side effect of overdose of peppermint oil?
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What is the therapeutic indication of Echinacea angustifolia (Echinacea)?
What is the therapeutic indication of Echinacea angustifolia (Echinacea)?
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Which of the following is a potential benefit of a diet high in soy?
Which of the following is a potential benefit of a diet high in soy?
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What is the main therapeutic indication for valerian root?
What is the main therapeutic indication for valerian root?
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Which enzyme does the liposterolic extract inhibit?
Which enzyme does the liposterolic extract inhibit?
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What is the main therapeutic indication for valerian root?
What is the main therapeutic indication for valerian root?
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What is the well-established use of Prunus Africana?
What is the well-established use of Prunus Africana?
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What are the adverse effects of valerian root?
What are the adverse effects of valerian root?
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Which of the following is an undesirable effect of valerian root?
Which of the following is an undesirable effect of valerian root?
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Which of the following is a potential interaction of Hypericum perforatum (St. John’s Wort) with other medicines?
Which of the following is a potential interaction of Hypericum perforatum (St. John’s Wort) with other medicines?
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Which of the following is a well-established use of Melissa officinalis (Lemon balm)?
Which of the following is a well-established use of Melissa officinalis (Lemon balm)?
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Which of the following is a pharmacodynamic property of orally administered dry extracts of valerian roots?
Which of the following is a pharmacodynamic property of orally administered dry extracts of valerian roots?
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Which herbal preparation is indicated for the relief of temporary mental exhaustion?
Which herbal preparation is indicated for the relief of temporary mental exhaustion?
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Which herbal preparation is contraindicated when used concomitantly with cyclosporine, tacrolimus, and other protease inhibitors?
Which herbal preparation is contraindicated when used concomitantly with cyclosporine, tacrolimus, and other protease inhibitors?
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Which herbal preparation is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of minor inflammation of the skin and as an aid in the healing of minor wounds?
Which herbal preparation is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of minor inflammation of the skin and as an aid in the healing of minor wounds?
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Which herbal preparation may contribute to serotonergic effect when combined with antidepressants?
Which herbal preparation may contribute to serotonergic effect when combined with antidepressants?
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