NO.
Even if a doctor or a prescriber proclaims of safety of the Herbal medicines totally, They are not safe if used unproperly and without planning.
Reasons-
1. Certain plants and plants derived products are toxic.
2. Herb industry is very unregulated not only in Nepal but also worldwide.
3. There is no formal practice of herbal medicines in Medical students and pharmacists so that potential side effects and interactions when used along with the allopathic treatment is By-passed.
4. As long as the herb industry remains unregulated, manufacturers have no reason to establish quality controls insuring that each batch of medicine contains the same amount of active ingredient. And without quality control, many herbs and supplements will carry inadequate or inaccurate labeling.
5. All herbal dosages and recommendations are based on studies with adults, and the safety and efficacy of these products for children is completely unknown. Adults over age 65 may have diminished liver or kidney function and need to be particularly concerned about excess dosages and the toxic effects of herbal remedies or supplements
6. How herbal preparations interact with foods is another unknown question.
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