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	The Commission E Monographs

INTRODUCTION

In 1978, the German government established an expert committee, the Commission E, to evaluate the safety and efficacy of over 300 herbs and herb combinations sold in Germany.

History

Commission Members

MONOGRAPHS

The results of the Commission E were published as official monographs that give the approved uses, contraindications, side effects, dosage, drug interactions and other therapeutic information essential for the responsible use of herbs and phyto-medicines.

Sample Monographs

Browse Monographs

Explanation of Monograph Sections

THERAPEUTIC INDEXES

Approved Herbs	Uses and Indications Contraindications Side Effects Pharmacological Actions

Unapproved Herbs	Side Effects Pharmacological Actions

RESOURCES

Editors's Notes

Glossary

	Commission E Monographs

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	Side Effects
	Pharmacological Actions
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The information on this site is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for the advice of a qualified healthcare professional. The American Botanical Council does not endorse or test products, nor does it verify the content or claims made, either implicit or explicit. ABC does not accept responsibility for the consequences of the use of this information or its most up-to-date accuracy. ABC is a nonprofit, tax-exempt research and education organization under IRS section 501(c)(3). All text, images and content Copyright © 2007 American Botanical Council, unless otherwise noted.