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Rifqi Ferry Balfas
Bhamada Slawi University, Indonesia
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Utilization of Herbal Medicines as Alternative Hypertension Therapy: A Review of Effectiveness and Safety Rifqi Ferry Balfas; Meilisa Carlen Mainassy; Desi Sri Rejeki; Lailiana Garna Nurhidayati
International Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 3 No. 4 (2025): IJHS : International Journal of Health Sciences
Publisher : Asosiasi Guru dan Dosen Seluruh Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59585/ijhs.v3i4.887

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Hypertension remains a leading cause of global morbidity and mortality, contributing to an increased risk of coronary heart disease, kidney failure, and stroke. Conventional hypertension treatment using synthetic drugs is effective in lowering blood pressure, but often causes side effects such as dizziness, dry cough, hypokalemia, and metabolic disorders that can reduce patient compliance with therapy. Therefore, people are starting to turn to complementary and alternative treatments based on herbal plants. This study aims to review the effectiveness and safety of using herbal medicines as an alternative therapy for hypertension based on the latest scientific evidence. The research method used is systematic review. literature review of 35 scientific articles from the database PubMed, ScienceDirect, and Garuda Dikti during the period 2015–2024. The results of the study showed that plants such as garlic (Allium sativum), celery (Apium graveolens), soursop leaves (Annona muricata), and pegagan (Centella asiatica) has the effect of lowering blood pressure through the mechanism of vasodilation, increasing the production of nitric oxide oxide , diuretic effects, and antioxidant activity. Although most studies show positive results, most of the trials are still preclinical and require confirmation through large-scale clinical trials. In conclusion, herbal medicines have the potential to be used as complementary therapies for hypertension with minimal side effects. However, their use must be monitored by medical personnel to avoid interactions with synthetic antihypertensive drugs.
The Negative Impact Of Consuming Traditional Medicine Made From Natural Herbs (Jamu) On The Knowledge Of Pregnant Women Rahmat Pannyiwi; Rezqiqah Aulia Rahmat; Rifqi Ferry Balfas
International Journal of Health Sciences Vol. 4 No. 3 (2026): IJHS : International Journal of Health Sciences
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59585/ijhs.v4i3.1517

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Background: Traditional herbal medicines, including herbal remedies, are widely used in the community and can also be consumed by pregnant women. Limited knowledge regarding these aspects may increase the risk of inappropriate herbal use during pregnancy. Objective: This study aims to determine the impact of traditional herbal medicine consumption on pregnant women's knowledge regarding the safety and potential negative effects of herbal medicine use during pregnancy. Method: This study used a quantitative descriptive analytical design with a cross-sectional approach. This study involved 80 pregnant women selected using purposive sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire that assessed knowledge about herbal medicine safety, consumption behavior, reasons for consumption, and potential risks during pregnancy. Data were analyzed using frequency distribution and cross-tabulation, with the Chi-Square test used to examine the relationship between knowledge level and herbal medicine consumption. Results: The results showed that 46 respondents (57.5%) had good knowledge and 34 respondents (42.5%) had poor knowledge. A total of 31 respondents (38.8%) reported consuming traditional herbal medicine during pregnancy. Among respondents with poor knowledge, 20 (58.8%) consumed herbal medicines, compared to 11 (23.9%) among respondents with good knowledge. Statistical analysis showed a significant association between knowledge level and herbal medicine consumption (p=0.003). Conclusion: Herbal medicine consumption during pregnancy was more common among respondents with inadequate knowledge. Improving the knowledge of pregnant women through appropriate health education and consultation with health professionals is important to minimize the inappropriate use of traditional herbal medicines during pregnancy.
Co-Authors Desi Sri Rejeki Lailiana Garna Nurhidayati Meillisa C. Mainassy Rahmat Pannyiwi Rezqiqah Aulia Rahmat