Q I'm taking stomach medicine from an internal medicine clinic. Is it okay to take damjeok herbal medicine together?
A It's fine to take them together if you space them out. We usually advise taking herbal and Western medicine about 1-2 hours apart, and as symptoms improve we gradually reduce the Western medication.
Detailed Answer
There's no need to suddenly stop the stomach medicine you're taking. Taking herbal and Western medicine about 1-2 hours apart causes little interference with absorption. As treatment progresses and bloating and stuffiness stabilize, we adjust so that the Western medication can be reduced step by step without difficulty.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
If you let us know the medications you're taking during the consultation, we adjust the herbal composition and timing accordingly. We manage safe combination and gradual reduction together.
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