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Common Herbal Supplements
  1. Herbal supplements require approval by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) prior to being sold to the public. T F


  2. Herbal supplements do not affect prescription or over-the-counter medications. T F


  3. Herbal supplements require a warning label for potential side effects. T F


  4. Ephedra has been banned by the Food and Drug Administration. T F


  5. Herbal supplement manufacturers are required by law to report adverse events. T F


  6. Herbal supplements have standardized dosage levels for adults and/or pediatrics. T F


  7. Herbal supplements are required to have a warning label for interactions with food, medications or other herbs. T F


  8. Herbal supplement manufacturers' claims and statements about their products are backed up by scientific evidence or regulated by a government agency. T F


  9. Herbal supplements are required to have a warning label for potential allergic reactions.
    T F


  10. Herbal supplement manufacturers are required to regulate the quality of their product to ensure there is no contamination. T F



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