Ethnomedicinal plants used for the prevention and treatment of anemia in the Philippines: a systematic review.

Mariel C MagtalasPatrick Tracy BalbinElljhay C CruzRichard F ClementeAra Karizza G BuanJervy P GarciaKa Yiu LeeOurlad Alzeus G Tantengco

Published in: Tropical medicine and health (2023)

There were only 20 ethnobotanical studies that documented the use of plants in treating anemia in the Philippines. This study listed several medicinal plants used in treating anemia in the Philippines. However, pharmacological and toxicological studies are still needed to determine their safety and efficacy in treating anemia in the community.

Keyphrases

iron deficiency
chronic kidney disease
healthcare
case control
replacement therapy