Nutr Today. 2002 Jul-Aug; 37(4): 175-177.

Traditional Use and Current Status of Phytotherapy in Pediatrics.

Schilcher H.

Phytotherapy offers a favorable benefit-risk quotient, which when combined with other factors, makes it eminently suitable for pediatrics. Approximately 14 indications for external application and 30 for internal use of phytotherapy discussed in the handbook carefully outline potential usefulness and limits and take into account the clinical experience of several pediatricians.