Q Whenever a cramp comes, I buy antispasmodics and painkillers from the pharmacy. If I start Korean medicine treatment, do I have to stop these?
A You don't have to stop right away. The medicine you used for emergencies can be continued for the time being, and as treatment reduces cramps, you'll naturally reach for it less.
Detailed Answer
The antispasmodics and painkillers bought at the pharmacy are for temporarily soothing acute cramps, so using them in the early stage of treatment is no big problem. However, since these alone don't solve the root cause of recurring cramps, it's best to reduce the amount while combining them with treatment so dependence doesn't drag on. If the pain is severe enough that you frequently reach for painkillers, you should also check for other conditions.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
As Korean medicine treatment restores stomach function, the urge to reach for painkillers gradually decreases. At Dongjedang, rather than forced discontinuation, we recommend natural tapering in line with symptom improvement.
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