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Review
. 2023 Sep 25:14:1265178.
doi: 10.3389/fphar.2023.1265178. eCollection 2023.

Advancing herbal medicine: enhancing product quality and safety through robust quality control practices

Hongting Wang  1 , Ying Chen  1 , Lei Wang  1 , Qinghui Liu  1 , Siyu Yang  1 , Cunqin Wang  1
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Advancing herbal medicine: enhancing product quality and safety through robust quality control practices

Hongting Wang et al. Front Pharmacol. .

Abstract

This manuscript provides an in-depth review of the significance of quality control in herbal medication products, focusing on its role in maintaining efficiency and safety. With a historical foundation in traditional medicine systems, herbal remedies have gained widespread popularity as natural alternatives to conventional treatments. However, the increasing demand for these products necessitates stringent quality control measures to ensure consistency and safety. This comprehensive review explores the importance of quality control methods in monitoring various aspects of herbal product development, manufacturing, and distribution. Emphasizing the need for standardized processes, the manuscript delves into the detection and prevention of contaminants, the authentication of herbal ingredients, and the adherence to regulatory standards. Additionally, it highlights the integration of traditional knowledge and modern scientific approaches in achieving optimal quality control outcomes. By emphasizing the role of quality control in herbal medicine, this manuscript contributes to promoting consumer trust, safeguarding public health, and fostering the responsible use of herbal medication products.

Keywords: herbal medication products; quality assurance protocols; quality control; quality control methods; standardization.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors declare that the research was conducted in the absence of any commercial or financial relationships that could be construed as a potential conflict of interest.

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A classification of herbal medication products.
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The quality control methods for the accurate identification and verification of the herbs.
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The quality control methods for contaminants, heavy metals, pesticide residues, and microbiology.
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A diagram of the road map for the comprehensive list of quality control measures and regulations applied to herbal medicines.
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A map for the quality of herbal medicine products control of enterprises.
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