Table 8.
Usage of HP in combination with standard therapy, and the observed side effects originating from HP or their combination with standard therapy.
| Herbal product used | The total number of users | Co-used with standard therapy | Changes in symptom intensity observed during co-usage (No)∆ | Side effects observed (No) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mellissa officinalis | 26 | 11 | No change (7)/Decreased (3) | Dizziness (1)/ Nausea (1) |
| Mentha x piperita | 8 | 3 | Decreased (1) | None |
| Hypericum perforatum | 7 | 2 | No change (2) | None |
| Valeriana officinalis | 6 | 2 | Decreased (2) | Nightmares (1) |
| Thymus vulgaris | 6 | 3 | No change (2)/Decreased (1) | None |
∆
Not all patients, that co-used HP with standard therapy, gave an answer to this question since they did not compare the symptoms before and after HP usage.