Lupus site(SLE)- information on systemic lupus. Many herbs can interfere with prescription drugs, or can be dangerous if taken in large quantities. Always check with your doctor before taking any herbal remedy or dietary supplement. Bromelain (Pineapple enzyme) - May increase the effect of blood-thinning drugs (e.g. Warfarin, Heparin). Cat's Claw - May increase the risk of bleeding if taken with blood-thinning drugs (e.g. Warfarin, Heparin). Cayenne Pepper - Reports of possible interaction with MAO inhibitors and antihypertensive therapy (used to lower blood pressure). Chamomile - Contains coumarin, but chamomile's effects on the body's anticoagulation system have not been studied. Devil's Claw - May interfere with antacids, cardiac or diabetic medications.
DHEA - May cause liver damage if taking azathioprine or methotrexate. Dong Quai - May interact with blood-thinning medications (e.g. Echinacea - May be toxic to the liver if used for more than eight weeks. Ginger - Should not be used with warfarin because it affects clotting. St. The Lupus Site Message Boards. JAOA: Journal of the American Osteopathic Association. Advances in Psychiatric Treatment. CPD Online. Antidepressant Skills Workbook. The Antidepressant Skills Workbook (ASW) gives an overview of depression, explains how it can be effectively managed according to the best available research, and gives a step-by-step guide to changing patterns that trigger depression.
In this self-care guide, we show how to use cognitive and behavioural methods to make important changes in thinking and actions that help one to emerge from depression and make it less likely to recur. These methods can be used in combination with depression treatments, increasing their effectiveness. Note that for most people with serious depression, use of this self-help guide alone will not be sufficient to resolve the depression. People with major depression should obtain treatment with antidepressant medication or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.