title: Complementary therapies, the placebo effect and the pharmacist.
abstract: Pharmacists need to know about complementary therapies so they can advise patients on their suitability, and also their compatibility with conventional drugs. This article discusses, from a pharmaceutical perspective, the types of therapies available, their applications and indications, and issues surrounding the placebo effect.
authors: The School of Pharmacy, University of Reading, Whiteknights, Reading RG6 6AJ, Berkshire, UK. e.m.williamson@reading.ac.uk
authors: Elizabeth M
authors: EM
authors: Williamson
authors: Denise
authors: D
authors: Rankin-Box
mesh_terms: D000529:Complementary Therapies / Q000379:methods* / Q000523:psychology; D006694:Holistic Health; D006801:Humans; D010593:Pharmaceutical Services / Q000458:organization & administration; D010595:Pharmacists / Q000458:organization & administration; D015990:Placebo Effect; D024382:Professional Role