Q I am taking birth control pills prescribed by my gynecologist. Is it okay to take herbal medicine at the same time?
A There is no need to suddenly stop the birth control pills or hormone medication you are taking. They can be taken together with a time interval between them, and once your condition is stable, we gradually adjust them in consultation with your attending physician.
Detailed Answer
If you are taking oral contraceptives or hormone medication for polycystic ovary syndrome or endometriosis, do not stop them on your own; you can keep taking them while combining herbal medicine. We usually advise taking herbal medicine and Western medication about 1 to 2 hours apart. If you tell us the exact type and dosage of the medication you are taking at your appointment, we adjust the herbal formula and dosing schedule accordingly, and once ovulation and the cycle are stable, we coordinate with your gynecologist to gradually reduce the medication.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
Rather than opposing Western treatment, Dongjedang sees combined care as the basic approach. While hormone medication suppresses symptoms, Korean medicine care builds up the body's foundation for ovulating on its own, ultimately aiming to make you less dependent on medication.
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