Use of herbal medicine for treating psychiatric disorders in Japan

Author(s): Kanba, S., Yamada, K. , Mizushima, H. , Asai, M.

Journal/Book: Psych Clin Neurosci. 1998; 52 Suppl S: S331-S331.

Abstract: Alongside the Western pharmacotherapy that is now the major medical modality in Japan, we continue to offer a number of traditional remedies. We prefer to allow patients to choose between these two approaches, after explaining the advantages and potential adverse effects of each. Research into the traditional treatments continues, and wt: now have a number of studies available concerning the efficacy of oriental herbal medicine (Kampo medicine) in Japan. iate preparation without having a special knowledge of Oriental medicine.

Keyword(s): phyto. prac. psychiatry. japan

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