Table 2 Pattern of Herbal Medicine use
Statements | Variables | n (%) |
|---|---|---|
Use of herb during breastfeeding (n = 378) | Yes | 140(37.0) |
No | 238(63.0) | |
If yes, was it to augment breast milk production and supply (n = 140) | Yes | 3(2.1) |
No | 137(97.9) | |
Experience side effect (n = 140) | Yes | 4(2.9) |
No | 136(97.1) | |
If Yes, types of side effecta | Nausea and vomiting | 3(75.0) |
Rash | 2(50) | |
Itching | 2(50) | |
Disclosure to health professional (n = 140) | Yes | 16(11.4) |
No | 124(88.6) | |
Reason for non-disclosure | Thought it was not necessary | 124(100) |
Inquiry by healthcare provider about herbal medicine use n = 378 | Yes | 161(42.6) |
No | 217(57.4) |