Herbal medicines use during pregnancy : a review from the Middle East
Joint Authors
John, Lisha J.
Shantakumari, Nisha
Source
Issue
Vol. 30, Issue 4 (31 Aug. 2015), pp.229-236, 8 p.
Publisher
Publication Date
2015-08-31
Country of Publication
Oman
No. of Pages
8
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
The prevalence of the herbal medicines use is on the rise across the world, especially amongst pregnant women.
The scenario in the Middle Eastern region was reviewed to explore the prevalence, usage pattern, motivation, and attitude towards use of herbal medicine by pregnant women.
Literature published up to December 2012 showed the prevalence of herbal medicine use varied between 22.3–82.3%, implying a rising trend in the utilization of herbal medicine during pregnancy.
The most common herbs used were peppermint, ginger, thyme, chamomile, sage, aniseed, fenugreek, and green tea.
The most common reasons for use included the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders and cold and flu symptoms.
The majority of women used these products during their first trimester, and did not reveal this information to their physician.
Most women were advised by family and friends to use herbal medicines and believed they were more effective and had fewer side effects than modern medicine especially during pregnancy.
In conclusion, the use of herbal medicine is prevalent among pregnant women in the Middle Eastern region and healthcare providers need to seek information pertaining to their use.
American Psychological Association (APA)
John, Lisha J.& Shantakumari, Nisha. 2015. Herbal medicines use during pregnancy : a review from the Middle East. Oman Medical Journal،Vol. 30, no. 4, pp.229-236.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-798368
Modern Language Association (MLA)
John, Lisha J.& Shantakumari, Nisha. Herbal medicines use during pregnancy : a review from the Middle East. Oman Medical Journal Vol. 30, no. 4 (2015), pp.229-236.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-798368
American Medical Association (AMA)
John, Lisha J.& Shantakumari, Nisha. Herbal medicines use during pregnancy : a review from the Middle East. Oman Medical Journal. 2015. Vol. 30, no. 4, pp.229-236.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-798368
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references : p. 235-236
Record ID
BIM-798368