Q I frequently buy and take over-the-counter antacids. If I start Korean medicine treatment, should I stop them?
A You don't have to stop right away. The antacids you used when in urgent discomfort can be continued for a while, and as treatment reduces symptoms, you'll naturally reach for them less.
Detailed Answer
Over-the-counter antacids are meant to temporarily soothe symptoms, so using them together early in treatment poses no major problem. However, since antacids alone don't resolve the root cause, it's best to use them alongside treatment while reducing the amount so dependence doesn't drag on.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
As Korean medicine treatment restores gastric function, the urge to reach for antacids gradually decreases. We recommend a natural reduction in line with symptom improvement rather than an abrupt stop.
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