Safety Warnings and First Aid Instructions on Nigerian Traditional Herbal Remedies: Are They Adequate?
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An investigation into the adequacy of safety warnings and first aid instructions on the labels of 122 made in Nigeria herbal remedies was carried out. The results show that 6.6% of the herbal preparations had correct and appropriate information on their labels while another 6.6% carried legible print size. Only 9, 1.6, 3.3, 1.6% showed dosage, composition, expiration date and indication to consult expert if symptoms persist respectively. None of the herbal remedies described signs and symptoms of poisoning or recommended consultation of a poison control center in the event of poisoning.
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