protects from NSAID-induced gastric and duodenal ulcers by lowering the gastric acid secretion. Herbal shoulder therapy formulas that are used to treat shoulder pain include the following: * Lindera formula * Atractylodes and arisaema combination treats shoulder disorders but do not have strong analgesic effects. Some used herbal heat packs for herbal shoulder therapy. Herbal heat packs that contain a number of herbs for relaxation and treatment purposes such as valerian, peppermint, saw palmetto, lemon grass, lavender, white willow and a host of other herbs which are known for their pain-relieving properties are heated and applied to the affected area. Herbal Side Effects Just because herbal supplements are labeled “natural” doesn’t mean that they don’t have any side effects. On the contrary, doctors and physicians warn against the use of certain herbs because they can cause many adverse effects. Below is a list of some herbs and their herbal side effects. Herbal Side Effects of Angelica The herb Angelica, or Dong Quai, is a Chinese herbal medicine used as a tonic for the female reproductive system. It is said to cure female discomforts, such as premenstrual syndrome (PMS), menstrual cramps, hot flashes, and menopausal symptoms. According to Heck AM, DeWitt BA, and Lukes AL in a study published in the American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy (2000 July 1), Angelica may increase the risk of bleeding or potentiate the effects of warfarin therapy. Also in the Singapore Medical Journal in 2001, a group of scientists presented a case where the dong quai was said to cause the development of gynaecomastia as an herbal side effect. Herbal Side Effects of Bilberry Another herb that has been known to cause various herbal side effects is the bilberry. The bilberry is comprised of several species of low-growing shrubs in the genus Vaccinium. They have been known to have various therapeutic uses. One of the herbal side effects of bilberry is that it has been known to interfere with the absorption of iron when taken internally. Also, fresh bilberry can cause diarrhea in some people. Herbal Side Effects of Coleus Forskohlii
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