Should I consult a doctor first? Above all, we urge you to take a sensible, balanced approach to healing yourself - always consult your physician; develop a healthy lifestyle; and use our herbal medication as directed.
Can I take herbal medicine when I am medication from my doctor? Any possible interaction between drugs and herbs will be taken into account and it may be that some herbs would be avoided in certain cases. It is recommended to take pharmaceutical medication and herbal medication at least 25-30 minutes apart, to avoid conflict of the constituents in the stomach. Liquid herbal preparations are quickly absorbed, so better taken before any other medication.
How long does herbal medication take to work? Length of treatment depends on the condition and how long-standing it is. A course of herbal medicine will sometimes take several months for a lasting health improvement. You will usually feel better within a few weeks however and experience further gradual improvement as you progress. Recent or acute conditions resolve much more quickly of course. Sometimes people choose to take herbs in the long term, as a gentler alternative to some pharmaceutical drugs.
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