Herbal Medicine
Indonesian people still believe in herbal medicine. It can be seen from the number of herbalists around or various herbal medicine products on the market, such as ginseng, aloe vera, spirulina, propolis or ginkgo biloba. The rise of the use of herbal medicine in Indonesia is also associated with the many types of plants in the country.
Indonesia is listed as one of the countries that have abundant plant wealth. But whether a drug made from these natural ingredients is definitely safe for consumption? Herbal medicines are made from herbs or mixtures of plant extracts to treat illness or maintain health. Herbal remedies can be made from leaves, flowers, stems, roots, fruits, even seeds. Then these ingredients are processed and packaged in capsules, tablets, oils, ointments, or beverages in tea. Because it is made from natural ingredients, people also think that herbal medicine is safe and do not hesitate to try it, especially if the herbal remedy has been used for a long time in hereditary. Regulation and Standardization of Herbal Medicines in Indonesia Basically, herbal medicine circulating in Indonesia safe for consumption, with the note that the product has been registered in BPOM RI.
In Indonesia alone, herbal medicine is grouped into two types, namely traditional herbal medicine and non-traditional herbal medicine. Traditional herbal medicine Known as traditional medicine or herbal medicine. The ingredients have been used since hereditary and is a recipe for Indonesia's cultural heritage. Non-traditional herbal medicine The content of this drug does not exist in the history of traditional medicine of Indonesian ancestors or not hereditary, but potentially beneficial to the body. Before allowing the circulation of herbal medicinal products, BPOM RI will conduct a series of scientific trials first in order to protect the public from the possibility of harmful substances. However, for herbal medicines that have been used since hereditary usually do not need to be done clinical trials again.
Although there is also a need for further evidence. The process of clinical trials on a product includes checks on the truth of the plant identity used, the parts of the plant used, the way of preparation of raw materials, and the identification of active compounds. Extraction methods used, preparation of raw materials and tested products are also required. Herbal medicine circulating in Indonesia should not contain Drug Chemicals (BKO) because it can endanger health and be fatal. Examples of BKO in question is paracetamol as a painkiller or sildenafil as a drug to overcome impotence. BPOM RI expressly prohibits people from taking herbal medicine with BKO content.
BPOM RI will also seize herbal medicine products containing these substances. Effectiveness of Herbal Medicine Clinically Herbal remedies have a very complex content and way of working. Although generally considered natural, but it does not mean herbal medicine is completely safe. Unlike medical drugs, herbal remedies have different ways of working in treating illness. If conventional medicines aim to treat the disease specifically, herbal remedies generally play a greater role in the body's recovery process.
Almost all plants have antioxidant effects or ingredients in them. This antioxidant activity in herbal medicine is what makes it used in helping treat conditions like cancer, memory loss, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases such as atherosclerosis. Scientific facts from various studies have so far concluded that the effectiveness of herbal medicine clinically remains unsupported by strong and consistent evidence.
Some people claim to feel better after taking herbal remedies, but there are also reports of poisoning after taking herbs. So if you want to use herbal medicine as a method of treatment, you should consult a doctor first.
Tips to be Safe to Take Herbal Medicine Most of the natural ingredients used as herbal remedies are safe for consumption. Although safe, herbal medicine also has the potential to cause side effects both mild and serious in the body.
Information on possible side effects is usually listed on the package. In order to avoid the danger, here are tips for taking herbal medicines safely. Be sure to buy products that have been registered in BPOM RI.Do not forget to check the product expiration date.Follow all the usage instructions along with the doses listed on the packaging.Contact the consumer services of these products if you want to know more clearly about their products.
Before you consume, make sure you consult first first to the doctor. Herbal remedies can not be consumed by everyone.