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"""CAM's Impact on Anticancer Drug Metabolism"" is a comprehensive book authored by O Blank that explores the relationship between complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and anticancer drug metabolism. The book examines how CAM therapies such as herbal remedies, acupuncture, and dietary supplements can affect the metabolism of drugs used in cancer treatment. The book begins by providing an overview of CAM therapies and their increasing use in cancer treatment. It then delves into the role of drug metabolism in cancer therapy and how CAM therapies can influence drug metabolism. The author also discusses the potential benefits and risks of combining CAM therapies with conventional cancer treatments. The book covers various CAM therapies and their impact on drug metabolism, including herbal remedies such as St. John's wort, ginseng, and milk thistle, which can affect drug metabolism through enzyme induction or inhibition. The author also discusses acupuncture and its potential role in regulating drug metabolism, as well as the effects of dietary supplements such as vitamins and minerals on drug metabolism. The book is well-researched and provides a wealth of information on the topic of CAM and anticancer drug metabolism. The author provides numerous examples and case studies to illustrate how CAM therapies can interact with cancer drugs, and offers practical recommendations for healthcare professionals and patients who are considering combining CAM therapies with conventional cancer treatments. Overall, ""CAM's Impact on Anticancer Drug Metabolism"" is an informative and insightful book that explores an important and complex topic. It will be of interest to healthcare professionals, researchers, and patients who are interested in the potential benefits and risks of combining CAM therapies with conventional cancer treatments."

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