Medicines, supplements and alternative therapies
| Resource | Type |
|---|---|
Consumer Medicine Information - NPSBrief fact sheets on prescription and pharmacist-only medicines approved for use in Australia. | website |
Drugs, supplements & herbal information - MedlinePlusBrief fact sheets on prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, herbs and supplements approved for use in the USA. | website |
National Center for Complementary & Alternative Medicine (NCCAM)Reports based on scientific research that investigates the claims made by complementary and alternative therapies, for example, acupuncture and St John's Wort. | website |
Cochrane LibraryReports that evaluate published studies on various medical problems, covers both conventional treatments and alternative therapies. | website |
Selected booksA list of drug guides and reference books on supplements and alternative therapies. Available at the State Library or try your local public library | book list |
