Phytotherapy in oncology

作者：Huber R; Huebner J^*; Wolf U

来源：Onkologe, 2013, 19(2): 132-135.

DOI：10.1007/s00761-012-2356-1

• Complementary medicine
• Ginkgo
• Ginseng
• Pomegranate
• Zingiber

Phytotherapy is an integral part of traditional medicine in most cultures. Modern research has developed drugs with defined ingredients and dosages. %26lt;br%26gt;Alternatives to textbook medicine were assessed from published scientific data and otherwise available information, e.g. homepages. %26lt;br%26gt;In the meantime for several of these drugs, clinical studies in oncology have demonstrated supportive effectiveness. These drugs can be used as supportive therapy in cancer patients if contraindications and interactions are considered and provided that the guidelines are observed. Examples are zingiber, pomegranate, ginseng, and ginkgo. %26lt;br%26gt;Phytotherapy can be used in a supportive role and for many patients offers an additional option to contribute to a reduction of side effects; however, it can in no way replace a supportive therapy recommended in guidelines.

• 出版日期2013-2