Definition: The Commission E is a highly regarded committee of researchers, physicians, toxicologists and pharmacists that was created in 1978 by the German goverment to determine the safety and effectiveness of herbs sold in Germany. The Commission E has published monographs on the use and possible side effects and drug interactions of over 300 herbs.
Commission E
By Cathy Wong, About.com
Created: November 29, 2007
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