Pharmacodynamic basis of herbal medicine

"Continuing in the tradition of the acclaimed first edition, Pharmacodynamic Basis of Herbal Medicine, Second Edition examines in extensive detail the physiologic effects of complementary and alternative therapies, foods, supplements, vitamins, and traditional herbal remedies. This encyclopedic volume considers the site, mode, and mechanism of action to explain the desired and adverse effects and interactions of each herb, drug, and food."--BOOK JACKET.