Tuesday November 3, 1998 - Question 11

Which of the following statements concerning “Herbal” Phen-fen is correct?

A) Hypericum is the single active ingredient contained in St. John’s Wort.
B) The actions and possible side effects of St. John’s Wort have been studied extensively alone and in combination with Ma Huang.
C) The FDA considers these products to be unapproved drugs.
D) Ma Huang has an excellent safety profile when used alone.
E) 5-hydroxy-L-tryptophan is a safer alternative to St. John’s Wort in Herbal Phen-fen products.
 
 

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