Lists common causes of incidents and accidents induced by plants in humans, describes the risks, emphasizes those inherent to herbs, and discusses issues of plant identification and medical treatment, as well as the specifics of animal poisoning, particularly in pets. Includes detailed discussion of plant species most often at fault, including circumstances of the intoxication, symptoms, proposed treatment, toxic doses, diagnostic elements, toxin identification, and toxic mechanisms. Provides safety data on more than 550 herbs as guidelines for product labels, including contraindications, side effects, and special warnings. Each herb is classed as can be safely consumed when used appropriately, herbs with the following restrictions, for external use only, or not to be used during pregnancy. Information on 181 traditional therapeutic herbs explaining documented contraindications and drug interactions.
Appendices identify even more herbs as they affect certain conditions and medicines.