Table 3.
Methods to prevent nephrotoxicity associated with herbal medicine
| N | Main Principles | 
|---|---|
| 1 | Increased attention should be given to the possible nephrotoxicity associated with herbal medicine, the appropriate preparation, the comedication that has already been prescribed to the patient | 
| 2 | Preclinical pharmacologic and toxicologic assessment of herbal medicine is recommended before widespread use | 
| 3 | Extreme caution should be observed when using herbal medicine associated with nephrotoxicity | 
| 4 | Avoid herbal medicine overdosage and long-term use | 
| 5 | Carefully record all cases of adverse reactions (e.g., kidney function, allergy) | 
| 6 | Develop a much stronger and more stringent system to manage toxicity in herbal medicine |