Tips for Buying Herbal Remedies

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Be Aware of Poor Quality Products!

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There is a history of poor-quality, unregulated and unlicensed herbal products, some of these have been found to contain banned pharmaceutical ingredients or heavy metals which are poisonous.

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Sounding too good? Check the truth!

Avoid products advertised for treating serious medical conditions or making claims such as:• the herbal remedy is "100% safe"• herbal remedies are "safe because they

are natural"• this herbal medicine "has no side effects"• "Chinese medicines will not interfere with

the effects of any other medicine"

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Licensed Products are Safe!

Products that display the Traditional Herbal Registration (THR) logo or a PL/THR number meet specific standards of safety and quality and contain relevant information for patients on safe use of the product.

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Consult your Doctor or Pharmacist

Remember, you should always talk to your doctor about any herbal remedies you are using because:• natural does not necessarily mean safe• herbal remedies are medicines and may interact with other medicines• you may experience side-effects.

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Prepared By: Savita Gupta

IndiaMART Intermesh Ltd.

List of Indian Exporters

Prepared By: Savita GuptaIndiaMART Intermesh Ltd.

List of Indian Exporters