Asthma and Complementary Therapies
Authors
A/Prof Guy Marks, Woolcock Institute of Medical Research, Sydney;
Prof Marc Cohen, Head, Complementary Medicine, RMIT University, Melbourne;
Dr Vicki Kotsirilos, Member, Complementary Medicines Evaluation Committee,
Therapeutic Goods Administration;
Dr Chris Luttrell, Member, General Practitioners Asthma Group;
Dr John Massie, Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne;
Ms Treasure McGuire, Pharmacist, Mater Health Services, South Brisbane/School of
Pharmacy University of Queensland;
A/Prof Ray Mullins, John James Medical Centre, Deakin, Canberra;
Ms Cassandra Slader, Pharmacist, St Vincent’s Public Hospital, Sydney and
Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Sydney
Disclaimer
The information contained in this paper has been expert reviewed and represents
the available published literature at the time of review. It is not intended to
replace professional medical advice. Any questions regarding a medical diagnosis
or treatment should be referred to a medical practitioner.
© Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing 2005.
Further information
This series on Asthma Topics for Health Professionals comprises eight
separate titles:
1 Asthma and Allergy
2 Asthma and Lung Function Tests
3 Asthma and Pain Relievers
4 Asthma and Air Pollution
5 Asthma and Complementary Therapies
6 Asthma and Infant Bedding
7 Asthma and Diet in Early Childhood
8 Asthma and Wheezing in the First Years of Life
To access these documents log on to:
www.NationalAsthma.org.au or the
Department of Health and Ageing on 1800 500 053.
