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What is complementary medicine? |
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used together with conventional medicine |
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What is alternative medicine? |
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used in place of conventional medicine |
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What is integrative medicine? |
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combines treatments from conventional medicine and CAM; high-quality evidence of safety and efficacy |
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What percent of out-of-pocket health care dollars are spent on alternative medicine? |
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How are dietary supplements regulated? |
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as foods not as drugs (no FDA oversight); as long as they don't claim to treat a disease and haven't been proven to cause harm, they don't need FDA oversight |
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What organization does most of the legitimate research on complementery medicine? |
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National Center for Complementary adn Alternative Medicine; a compoenent of the National Institutes of Health |
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What percent of U.S. adults have ever used CAM? |
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What is the most commonly used natural product? |
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What is the disease for which CAM is most frequently used among adults? |
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Where in your diet do omega-3 fatty acids come from? |
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fish oil and certain plants or nut oils |
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Why are fish oils so important to have in your diet? |
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humans do not produce omega-3 FA |
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Name the omega 3s in fish oils. |
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Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) |
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What is the omega 3 fatty acid in english walnuts and vegetable oils (canola, soybeen, flaxseed/linseed, olive)? |
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alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) |
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Whey should omega 6 fatty acids be avoided? |
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What are the positive effects of taking fish oils/omega 3s? |
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effective for high triglycerides (may reduce levels by 20-50%); may reduce death due to heart disease |
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Fish oils/omega 3 fatty acids are possibly effective for what kinds of diseases? |
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elevated cholesterol, atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, stroke, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, Raynaud's syndrome ADHD, endometrial cancer, ADHD, IgA nephropathy, reducing renal injury by cyclosporine, bipolar disease, age-related macular degeneration |
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How often should you eat fish? |
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What is the minimal effective dose of EPA + DHA for TG reduction? |
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2-4 grams of omega 3/day decreases TGs by ____%. |
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How much is in each pill of omega 3s? |
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usually 120 DHA and 180 EPA/1 gm caps; would need 7-13 caps/day for 2-4 gms per day |
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Should Cod liver oil be recommended to help patients reduce their TGs? |
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not really; need a large amount to achieve effective doses and this could lead to toxic levels of vitamin A |
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What are the side effects of taking omega 3s? |
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allergies to fish or fish products (nuts), increases in blood sugar, bleeding potential, increasing levels of low-density lipoproteins, potentially harmful contaminants (dioxins, mercury, polychlorinated biphenyls [PCBs]), GI upset (common), diarrhea, reflux, burping, small reductions in BP, vitamin E deficiency potential with long-term use |
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substrate for glycoaminoglycans and hyaluronic acid backbone for proteoglycans |
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What is chondroitin sulfate? |
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a glycoaminoglycan that has a role in cartialge formation through stimulation of chondrocyte metabolism and synthesis of collagen and proteoglycan; inhibits destructive synovial enzymes |
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What is glucosamine and condroitin used for? |
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osteoarthritis (knee and hip), chronic venous insufficiency, inflammatory, bowel disease, leg pain, rheumatoid arthritis, temporomandibular joint disorders |
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Is glucosamine and chondroitin effective for treating osteoarthritis of the knee? |
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no but combination may be effective in some patients with moderate to severe knee pain |
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Patient should not take glucosamine if they have allergies to... |
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shellfish or iodine because glucosamine may be made from shells of shrimp, crabs, and other shellfish |
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What are the side effects/cautions of glucosamine/chondroitin? |
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dyspepsia, nausea, H/A, drowsiness, insomnia, skin reactions, sun sensitivity, temporary increases in BP and heart rate (palpitations), increased risk of cateract formation in animals, may increase risk of bleeding, may cause proteinuria |
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Which patients should be monitored if they are on glucosamine/chondroitin? |
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type 2 diabetics because it can increase their blood sugar |
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What drug interactions occur with glucosamine/chondroitin? |
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may decrease effectiveness of all hypoglycemics, NSAIDS bleeding risk, diuretics may increase side effects |
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What's another common name for echinacea? |
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purple or american coneflower |
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What is the most commonly used species of echinacea? |
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echinacea purpurea (not angustifolia or pallida) |
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What is echinacea used for? |
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stimulate the immune system to fight infections; traditionally used to treat or prevent colds, flu or other infections; less commonly used for treating wounds and skin problesm like acne and superficial skin abscesses |
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What part of the purple coneflower are used? |
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above ground parts and roots |
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Does echinacea work to prevent or shorten the course of URIs? |
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What are the side effects of taking echinacea? |
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GI side effects; some experience alelrgic reactions such as rashes, increased asthma, and anaphylaxis |
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Why should you not use echinacea for more than 8 weeks at a time? |
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can possibly supress the immune system |
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What's another name for flaxseed? |
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What is 5-50 mg flaxseed oil used for? |
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laxative; tx of hot flashes and mastalgia; hyperlipidemia |
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Wat is 3-10 grams of flaxseed oil per day used for? |
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topical demulcent and emollient, coughs, colds, arthritis and hyperlipidemia |
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What's the difference between flaxseed oil and flaxseed posder? |
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flaxseed oil does NOT contain lignans which are phytoestrogens |
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How does flaxseed act as a laxative? |
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Does flaxseed oil lower cholesterol? |
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mixed results; it contains alpha linolenic acid which may benefit heart disease but there is not enough reliable data |
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T/F Flaxseed oil/pills helps treat hotflashes. |
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we don't know; there have been mixed results |
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What are the side effects of flaxseed oil/pills? |
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should be taken with plenty of water otherwise will worsen constipation and there have been rare cases of intestinal obstruction; fiber may also reduce medication absorption |
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Which ginseng is not a true ginseng? |
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What is Ginseng used for? |
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supporting overall health, boosting immune system, increasing sense of well-being and stamina, improving mental and physical eprformance, treating erectile dysfunction, menopausal symptoms, hep C, lower blood glucose and controlling hypertension |
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Which part of the ginseng plant is used? |
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the root is dried and used in various products such as tablets or capsules; extracts and teas and creams |
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it may lower blood glucose or help immunity; most research is inconclusive |
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What should you tell patients to avoid side effects of ginseng? |
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limit use to 3 months because of development of side effects |
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What are the most common side effects of taking ginseng? |
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headaches, sleep and GI problems, allergic reactions, breast tenderness, menstrual irregularities, HBP, low blood sugar |
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Diabetics on ginseng should use extra caution when taking Ginseng with other herbs that lower blood sugar such as... |
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bitter melon and fenogreek |
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What is ginkgo biloba used to treat? |
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asthma, bronchitis, fatigue, tinnitus, improve memory, Alzheimers (treatment and prevention), other dimentia, decrease intermittent claudication, sexual dysfunction, multiple sclerosis |
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Ginkgo biloba has shown promising results in treating... |
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Alzheimer's, dementia, claudication, tinnitus, memory enhancement |
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What are the side effects and cautions to take when using ginkgo biloba? |
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headache, nausea, GI upset, diarrhea, dizziness, allergic skin reactions, may increase bleeding risk |
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Ginkgo biloba should be used with caution with what other drugs/medical situations? |
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caution with anticoagulants, bleeding disorder, surgery or dental procedures |
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Why must care be taken in the preparation of ginkgo biloba? |
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uncooked seeds cotain ginkgotoxin which can cause seizures (roasted seeds can be dangerous); leaf and leaf extracts contain little ginkgotoxin |
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What is the latin name for garlic? |
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What are garlic supplements used to treat? |
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hypercholesterolemia, heart disease (CAD), hypertenion, prevention of stomach and colon cancer |
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Is garlic useful in treating high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and cancers? |
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In what form does garlic have the worse side effects? |
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What are the side effects of garlic supplements? |
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breath and body odor, dyspepsia, GI upset, allergic reactions, similar effects as aspirin in platelet function |
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In what clinical situations does it matter if a patient is taking garlic? |
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during surgery, post-operative, dental procedure or if they have a bleeding disorder; discontinue at least one week prior to surgery; interferes with efficacy of saquinavir |
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What is the funciton of coenzyme Q-10? |
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involved in mitochondrial electron transport and oxidative phosphorylation (endogenous antioxidant) |
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Where are concentrations of coenzyme Q-10 highest and lowest in the body? |
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highest in the heart, liver, kidney and pancreas; lowest in the lung |
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What is the scientific name for coenzyme Q-10? |
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What is coenzyme Q-10 used for? |
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ischemic heart disease including intra-operative cardiac ischemia, congestive heart failure, toxin induced cardiomyopathy, hypertension and to stimulate the immune system |
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What are the benefits of taking coenzyme Q-10? |
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improves symptoms and status of patients with CHF; improved symptomatic mitral valve prolapse, some benefit in patients with drug-induced cardiotoxicity, some improvement in immune function |
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What supplement is thought to be helpful in preventing/reversing statin-associated myopathy? |
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coenzyme Q-10 but studies are not conclusive |
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What are the side effects of coenzyme Q-10? |
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insomnia, nausea, upper abdominal pain, elevated liver enzymes |
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Which patients should not take coenzyme Q-10? |
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those that are pregnnat or nursing because it has not been studied in those situations |
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What are the drug interactions of coenzyme Q-10? |
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may decreasethe effects of warfarin |
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What are some other names for St. John's wort? |
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hypericum, klamath weed, goat weed, hypericum perforatum |
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What is St. Johns wort used to treat? |
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ancient times= sedative, malaria, balm for wounds, burns, and insect bites now= depression, anxiety, sleep disorders |
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Is St. Johns wort effective in treating depression? |
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may treat mild to moderate depession but no more effective than placebo in treating major depression of moderate severity |
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What are the side effects of St. John's wort? |
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increased sensitivity to sunlight, anxiety, dry mouth, dizziness, GI symptoms fatigue, headache, sexual dysfunction, |
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By what mechanism does St. John's wort intefere with other drugs? |
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may speed or slow other drugs metabolism through the induction of cytochrome P450 3A4 and drug pump P-glycoprotein |
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What drugs interact with St. John's wort? |
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combined with SSRIs may increase side effects, indanavir and other HIV drugs, trinotecan and other anti-cancer drugs, cyclosporin for preventing transplant rejection, digoxin, warfarin and related anticoagulants, oral contraceptives |
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What are other names for saw palmetto? |
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american dwarf palm tree, cabbage palm, serenoa repens, sabal serrulata |
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What is saw palmetto used for? |
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mainly for urinary symptoms associated with BPH, chronic eplvic pain, prostate cancer, bladder disorders, decreased libido, hair loss, hormone imbalances |
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Is saw palmetto effective? |
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What are the side effects of saw palmetto? |
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mild stomach discomfort, tender breasts and decline in sexual desire |
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What is the MOA of red yeast rice? |
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contain monacolins with inhibits cholesterol synthesis |
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How effective is red yeast rice? |
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What are the side effects of red yeast rice? |
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dyspepsia, muscle pain injury |
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