Open AccessUse of Herbal Tea/Herbal Preparations for Children with Symptoms of Viral Upper Respiratory Infections
Author(s) -
Methiye Mancak Karakuş,
Anıl Tapısız,
Nazmi Mutlu Karakaş,
Melis Deniz,
Ufuk Koca Çalışkan
Publication year - 2023
Publication title -
turkish journal of pharmaceutical sciences
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.241
H-Index - 14
eISSN - 2148-6247
pISSN - 1304-530X
DOI - 10.4274/tjps.galenos.2022.65475
Subject(s) - medicine , herbal tea , traditional medicine , respiratory tract infections , upper respiratory tract infection , population , family medicine , pediatrics , respiratory system , environmental health , biochemistry , antioxidant , chemistry
Respiratory tract infections (RTIs) are common in children. To treat the symptoms of simple health problems, individuals look for natural healing methods that can be easily prepared at home. The aim of this study was to determine the plants and herbal products used by the parents of children suffering from viral upper respiratory tract symptoms by questionaire. In the study, applications and products, other than plants used by families for their children were also investigated.