In relation to botanical medicines, the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA):
a. Prohibits dietary supplements from being marketed as preventive or curative for specific conditions
b. Classifies herbal medicines as dietary supplements so they must be approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
c. Requires products to display a disclaimer noting that they have not been approved by the DSHEA
d. Limits dietary supplements to plant extracts
ANS: A
The DSHEA prohibits claims that dietary supplements can prevent or cure specific conditions. Dietary supplements, which include plant extracts, enzymes, vitamins, minerals, and over-the-counter hormonal products, do not require approval as food or drugs. The products must feature a disclaimer that they have not been evaluated by the FDA.
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