Herbal medicine used during pregnancy: Challenges, effectiveness and safety profile

Worldwide, the use of herbal medications is becoming more common, particularly among women who are pregnant. According to research done up until December 2012, the prevalence of using herbal medicines during pregnancy ranged from 22.3% to 82.3%, suggesting a growing trend in this regard. The herbs peppermint, ginger, thyme, chamomile, sage, anise, fenugreek, and green tea were most frequently utilized. The most popular uses were for treating symptoms of the flu and gastrointestinal ailments. An overview of the field of herbal medicine is given in this review, along with information on its rules, difficulties, and general safety.