The American Herbal Products Association is the only national trade association devoted to herbal issues. Representing the core of the botanical trade, comprised of the finest growers, processors, manufacturers and marketers of herbal products, their mission is to promote the responsible commerce of herbal products. This second edition of the AHPA handbook on botanical safety includes a drug interaction rating classification and presents specific information on drug interactions as well as use in pregnant and lactating women. The text also provides information on any adverse effects, pharmacology and pharmacokinetics, as well as toxicological studies. A complete list of references is included.