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Herbals in cardiovascular practice: are physicians neglecting anything?
Mehmet Birhan Yilmaz1, Osman Can Yontar, Okan Onur Turgut
1Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology, Sivas, Turkey. cardioceptor@gmail.com
International Journal of Cardiology
|December 22, 2006
Summary
Many cardiovascular patients use herbal products, sometimes impacting regular medication adherence. Physicians need a careful approach to herbal use for patient safety.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Health
- Integrative Medicine and Herbal Products
- Patient Adherence and Safety
Background:
- Widespread use of herbal products by cardiovascular patients seeking perceived benefits.
- Importance of understanding patient beliefs and practices to maintain the patient-physician relationship.
Purpose of the Study:
- To survey patients in a cardiology outpatient department regarding their use of herbal products.
- To explore patient tendencies and beliefs associated with herbal product consumption.
Main Methods:
- A survey questionnaire with 49 questions was administered.
- 310 participants provided informed consent and were enrolled.
- Data collected on disease states, herbal product usage, and patient attitudes.
Main Results:
- Hypertension (54.5%) and coronary artery disease (48.7%) were prevalent.
- 38.7% of participants reported using herbal products.
- Herbal use was associated with dyslipidemia; users often believed in benefits and sometimes reduced adherence to prescribed medications.
Conclusions:
- Growing interest in herbal products necessitates physician attention.
- Potential for hazardous herb-drug interactions requires careful consideration.
- A respectful and close examination of herbal use is crucial for patient safety.
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