Q My OB-GYN prescribed metformin. Is it okay to take it together with herbal medicine?
A Metformin is a medication that improves insulin resistance, and it is generally safe to take alongside herbal medicine. However, if you tell us the exact type and dose at your consultation, we will review any potential interactions.
Detailed Answer
Metformin works to lower blood sugar and increase insulin sensitivity, while herbal medicine works to improve metabolism by restoring spleen-stomach function and clearing phlegm-dampness. They often have complementary goals, so combined use is possible in many cases. That said, considering possibilities such as hypoglycemia, please be sure to share all medications you are currently taking at your consultation.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
Korean medicine treatment is not the administration of artificial hormones but a way of restoring the body's balance, so it rarely conflicts with most conventional medications. Once symptoms stabilize, we monitor your progress together so that medication can be gradually adjusted in consultation with your attending physician.
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