By:  Simon Mills MA FNIMH MCPP, Kerry Bone BSc Dip Phyto FNIMH FNHAA MCPP
ISBN:  0 443 060169

This is a comprehensive modern textbook of the principles and practice of herbal medicine. The book provides a detailed, practical and research-based approach to the use of herbal treatments in a wide variety of clinical conditions and problems. In particular, this textbook and reference give: * a clear description of the principles and foundations for the practice of phytotherapy * in-depth and detailed profiles of over 45 herbs, reviewing pharmacology, research and traditional use * therapeutics for actual disease states, supported by case histories * coverage of challenging issues such as dosage, safety and drug-herb interactions. Fully referenced throughout, with more than 4,000 citations, this textbook is a core resource for students and practitioners of phytotherapy, and will be of value to all healthcare professionals - pharmacists, doctors, nurses - with an interest in herbal therapeutics. (Publisher's summary)