Herbal Medicines Pose Anesthetic Risks 
Article on the effects of common herbal medicines on patients undergoing anesthesia. Echinacea, ephedra, garlic, ginkgo, ginseng, kava, St. John's wort, and valerian are commonly used herbal medications that may pose a concern during anesthesia and recove
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