Herbal Supplements: Indications, Clinical Concerns, and Safety.
Most herbal home remedies used in children, including teas made from chamomile, fennel, ginger, or mints, are benign. Most topical preparations are benign; however, garlic poultices can cause burns. Internal use of herbs containing saturated pyrrolizidine alkaloids should be avoided.
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