%0 Journal Article
%T Herbal Products Use in Pregnancy
%A Arzu KUL U£¿TU
%J -
%D 2018
%X Herbs have been believed to heal and products derived from plants and their extracts have been used since the early ages. Herbal products can be used in the elimination of various symptoms or discomforts during the pregnancy period when many physiological and psychological changes are observed. However, although there are studies on the safety and efficacy of using herbal products in pregnancy, no consensus has yet been reached. It is emphasized that the use of certain herbal products does not result in sufficient knowledge about teratogenic effects in pregnancy. It is stated that the herbal products used in pregnancy may increase fetal mortality and morbidity risks. In addition, during this period, it may cause fetal death or malformations by interacting with prescription drugs that should be used. To prevent the use of herbal products that have yet to be scientifically proven to be reliable, health workers need to be consulted and act more effectively in the light of evidencebased information
%K Gebelik
%K Maternal
%K Fetal
%K Bitkisel ¨¹r¨¹n
%K Sa£¿l£¿k
%U http://dergipark.org.tr/jhse/issue/43773/537381