The Use of Herbal Supplements as One of Self Medications in Bandung
Journal Title: Indonesian Journal of Clinical Pharmacy - Year 2015, Vol 4, Issue 1
Abstract
The use of herbal supplements as one of self medications in Indonesia has not yet been well-documented since many people used these supplements in absence of medical consultation with pharmacist. This retrospective observational study was conducted at one of healthcare service centers in Bandung. Data related to the sale of herbal supplements during 2014 period was collected and analyzed. We found that 30.163 items of herbal supplements were sold in 2014. Approximately 1.277 sold items were specific supplements for chronic and degenerative diseases. Based on the category of therapy, the most sold item was a herbal supplement for hyperlipidemia with three major ingredients: garlic, lecithin, and spirulina. Despite the huge number of the use of herbal supplements in Indonesia, medical information from pharmacist about the use of herbal supplements is still scarce.
Authors and Affiliations
Dika P. Destiani, Auliya A. Suwantika
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- EP ID EP355354
- DOI 10.15416/ijcp.2015.4.1.71
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