BC Cancer Pharmacy – Natural Health Products

Review a structured approach to advising patients on Natural Health Products

1. Describe some of the reasons why patients are interested in NHPs.
2. Assess the type of evidence supporting the use of NHPs.
3. Review BC Cancer’s general recommendations for taking NHPs with cancer therapy.
4. Develop a structured approach to advising cancer patients about NHPs.
5. Describe the mechanisms of interactions between NHPs and cancer therapy.
6. Understand the limitations of database information about NHP interactions.