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This book provides concise, evidence-based information on 64 popular forms of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and 38 common conditions frequently treated with CAM. It contains guidelines, diagnostic methods, therapies, herbal and non-herbal medicines used, perspectives on using CAM, legal, ethical, safety and economic issues involving CAM. The common, scientific and trade names, synonyms, traditional uses, dosage, pharmacologic action and risks of the medicinal plants used are also provided. A CD-ROM is included.