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    The document discusses several herbal supplements as alternatives to conventional medications for various indications. It provides details on the brand name, plant extracts, indications, classification, manufacturer and drug alternatives for supplements like aloe vera, ginseng, valerian, ginkgo biloba, garlic, malunggay, lagundi, turmeric, ginger with elderberry and amla berry, and ashwagandha. The supplements are proposed alternatives for conditions like digestive issues, immune support, sleep, anxiety, cognitive function, cardiovascular health, lactation support, asthma, osteoarthritis and stress response.

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    The document discusses several herbal supplements as alternatives to conventional medications for various indications. It provides details on the brand name, plant extracts, indications, classification, manufacturer and drug alternatives for supplements like aloe vera, ginseng, valerian, ginkgo biloba, garlic, malunggay, lagundi, turmeric, ginger with elderberry and amla berry, and ashwagandha. The supplements are proposed alternatives for conditions like digestive issues, immune support, sleep, anxiety, cognitive function, cardiovascular health, lactation support, asthma, osteoarthritis and stress response.

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    The document discusses several herbal supplements as alternatives to conventional medications for various indications. It provides details on the brand name, plant extracts, indications, classification, manufacturer and drug alternatives for supplements like aloe vera, ginseng, valerian, ginkgo biloba, garlic, malunggay, lagundi, turmeric, ginger with elderberry and amla berry, and ashwagandha. The supplements are proposed alternatives for conditions like digestive issues, immune support, sleep, anxiety, cognitive function, cardiovascular health, lactation support, asthma, osteoarthritis and stress response.

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    Complementary Alternative Medicine

    Aloe Vera
    Brand Name: Herbalife Aloe Concentrate
    Plant Extract: : Aloe Vera and Mango
    Indication: it helps soothe the digestive system and nutrient absorption while keeping your body
    hydrated.
    Classification: Food Supplement
    Manufacturer: Herbalife
    Drug Alternate: Antacids (Kremil-S), O.R.S Hydration Tablets

    Ginseng
    Brand Name : Korean Ginseng Extract
    Plant Extract : Ginseng
    Indication : It supports the immune system, revitalizes and rejuvenates the entire body to help
    you make the most of your natural energy.
    Classification : Food Supplement
    Manufacturer : Puritan’s Pride
    Drug Alternate : Enervon ( Multivitamins), Stress tabs ( Multivitamins+ Iron )

    Valerian
    Brand Name : Nusa Pure Valerian Root 1000 mg
    Plant Extract : Valeriana officinalis
    Indication : Treats insomnia, anxiety and nervous restlessness, Aids Sleep, Aids Anxiety, Aids
    Digestion , Maintains Focus , Supports Calming and Relaxation, Supports Healthy Sleep
    Patterns, Supports Cell Repair.
    Classification: Dietary Food Supplement
    Manufacturer : cGMP registered facility in- U.S.A.
    Drug Alternate : Melatonin

    Ginkgo Biloba
    Brand Name : ATC Health Ginkgo Biloba Soft gel Capsule
    Plant Extract : Ginkgo biloba
    Indication: Helps in enhancing cognitive function, Helps enhance the blood flow to the brain.
    And, it Helps prevent cholesterol from turning into plaque.
    Classification : Dietary Food Supplement
    Manufacturer : ATC Healthcare
    Drug Alternate : alternative for anti-cholesterol drugs such as Atorvastatin, and Ezetimibe
    Garlic
    Brand Name : Garlic Odorless 1000 mg 100 softgels
    Plant Extract : Allium Sativum
    Indications : Supports cardiovascular health and helps regulate cholesterol and blood pressure
    levels, Provides antioxidant benefits to help ward off cellular damage, Helps prevent
    inflammation and contributes to a stronger immune system
    Classification : Dietary Food Supplement
    Manufacturer : Puritan’s Pride
    Drug Alternate : Cholesterol lowering medications (Atorvastatin), Diuretics (Thiazide).
    Beta-blockers (Metoprolol, Nebivolol, Propranolol) . ACE inhibitors.Benazepril (Lotensin),
    Captopril, Enalapril (Vasotec), Fosinopril, Lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), Moexipril, Perindopril.
    Quinapril (Accupril), Ramipril (Altace), Trandolapril ).

    Malunggay
    Brand Name : Malunggay Capsule 500 mg
    Plant Extract : Moringa Oleifera
    Indications : It is used as lactation enhancer, and food supplement because it is rich in vitamins
    such as A, B, C, Calcium, and Folate. It also contains antioxidants which protects your cells
    from damage.
    Classification : Food Supplements
    Manufacturer : The Generic Pharmacy
    Drug Alternate : Multivitamins drugs, it can also be an alternative to a drug called Domperidone
    in increasing lactation or production of milk.

    Lagundi
    Brand Name : Astrol
    Plant Extract : Vitex Negundo
    Indications : Anti-Asthma, Anti-Cough,
    Classification : Herbal Medicine
    Manufacturer : The Generic Pharmacy
    Drug Alternate : Alternative for antitussive drugs such as dextromethorphan , and
    bronchodilators drugs such as montelukast.

    Turmeric
    Brand Name : Rita Ritz Turmeric Tea
    Plant Extract : Curcuma longa
    Indication : It could reduce the number of heart attacks among post-surgery bypass patients,
    control osteoarthritic pains, and reduce skin irritation after radiation treatment among breast
    cancer patients.
    Classification : Dietary food Supplement
    Manufacturer : MC Ritz international corporation
    ‌Drug Alternative : It can be an alternative for NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, naproxen sodium to
    relieve osteoarthritis pain. And Antihistamines for skin irritation.

    Ginger with ElderBerry, and Amla Berry


    Brand Name : Truvani Immune Support
    Plant Extract : Zingiber officinale Rosc, Sambucus, Phyllanthus emblica
    Indications : Supports Immune Health, Helps Maintain Healthy Inflammatory Response,
    Supports Heart Health.
    Classification : Dietary Food Supplement
    Manufacturer: Truvani
    Drug Alternative : Vitamin C supplements , Multivitamins, and Cholesterol lowering Drugs.

    Ashwagandha
    Brand Name : Healthy Options Organic Ashwagandha
    Plant Extract : Withania somnifera
    Indication : it is used to support a healthy stress response, provide energy support, as well as
    energize and rejuvenate the adrenal and thyroid glands, as well as the male and female
    reproductive system.
    Classification : Food Supplement
    Manufacturer : Healthy Options
    Drug Alternative : It can be an alternative to multivitamins,and Caffeine..

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