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What about taking herbs while also taking prescription medication?

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It is always recommended that before making any significant changes in your lifestyle, physical exercise regimen, or diet (including herbal supplementation), you discuss it with your primary health care provider, particularly if you are taking any medication. You may also suggest that your Doctor call an Elixir Herbalist (all are nationally certified and California state licensed) to review your herbal options or to help plan an appropriate herbal support program.
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How About Taking Prescription Medication?

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Prelox® supports the body-own mechanism of nitric oxide and thus restores the natural process leading to an erection. More importantly, during regular supplementation with Prelox® healthy production of nitric oxide is permanently restored. This allows men to indulge in a youthful sex life including spontaneous sexual arousal. Sildenafil inhibits the processes triggered by nitric oxide, thus amplifying the activity of residual nitric oxide produced.
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I am taking prescription medication, also. Will Gourdin cross-react with them?

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Ans : No, Gourdin does not cross-react with other medicines or any hypoglycemic drugs you may be taking.
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Can I take the herbs/formulas along with my prescription drugs (medication)?

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ANSWER: We at Dherbs.Com don't tell people what to do. We recognize every human being's freedom of choice here on the planet as Earth is a free will zone (planet) in the Universe. However, we will say that herbs are natural (organic) whereas prescription drugs are unnatural (inorganic). Anything unnatural that goes into the body is a toxin and therefore harmful to the body and human health.
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Q #18: If I am taking over-the-counter or prescription medication, do I have to stop drinking?

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Possibly. More than 100 medications interact with alcohol, leading to increased risk of illness, injury and, in some cases, death. The effects of alcohol are increased by medicines that slow down the central nervous system, such as sleeping pills, antihistamines, antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs, and some painkillers. In addition, medicines for certain disorders, including diabetes and heart disease, can be dangerous if used with alcohol.
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Can I still take herbs even if I'm taking a prescription drug?

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Your practitioner is trained not only in the complete usage and properties of herbs but also in any possible interactions with western medications and supplements. Speak to your acupuncturist about what medications you are on and that will be taken into consideration when prescriping herbal medicine, possibly with a modification of any formula that you would be given.
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Can Chinese herbs interact with any other medication I am taking?

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It is possible to have herb-drug interactions. You must notify your practitioner of any and all medications you are taking, be they prescription, or over-the-counter. It is very important to only take herbs which have been prescribed by a trained practitioner who can discern what may be a harmful combination and prescribe alternate herbs to better suit your needs.
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I am taking prescription medication, should I keep taking it?

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Yes, at least until a careful conversation is had with your doctor or the practitioner who prescribed the medication. Many people seek the help of an acupuncturist because of disappointment with drug based treatments. Sometimes drugs do not seem to be working or because the side effects are unacceptable. DO NOT stop taking any medication without professional supervision.
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Can I take SEREDYN if I am currently taking a prescription anti-anxiety medication?

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In general, SEREDYN can be safely combined with prescription sedatives, including benzodiazepines such as Valium? (diazepam), Xanax? (alprazolam), and Ativan? (lorazepam). Keep in mind that SEREDYN may increase the effects of sedative medications, although this interaction is not unsafe at recommended doses. If you're taking any type of sedative medication, use caution when driving or operating heavy machinery until you're familiar with the effects of SEREDYN.
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Can I take SEREDYN if I am currently taking a prescription anti-depressant medication?

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In general, SEREDYN can be safely combined with prescription SSRI antidepressants, including Celexa? (citalopram), Lexapro? (escitalopram), Luvox? (fluvoxamine), Paxil? (paroxetine), Prozac? (fluoxetine), and Zoloft? (sertraline), as well as non-SSRI reuptake inhibitors such as Effexor? (venlafaxine) and Wellbutrin? (bupropion). SEREDYN should not be combined with MAO inhibitors.
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Can people taking prescription medication use Almighty Cleanse?

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If you are taking a precsription medication, you must consult with your doctor before taking Almighty Cleanse.
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Can I take Gabatrol if I am currently taking a prescription anti-anxiety medication?

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In general, Gabatrol can be safely combined with prescription sedatives, including benzodiazepines such as Valium® (diazepam), Xanax® (alprazolam), and Ativan® (lorazepam). Keep in mind that Gabatrol may increase the effects of sedative medications, although this interaction is not unsafe at recommended doses. If you're taking any type of sedative medication, use caution when driving or operating heavy machinery until you're familiar with the effects of Gabatrol.
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I WASN'T DRINKING, BUT I WAS TAKING PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION. CAN I BE CHARGED WITH DWI DUI?

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Yes, if the medication is capable of causing impairment. Often, the police will assume impairment is caused by a medication if you admit to taking anything. Officers are not trained in which medications or even illegal drugs can cause impairment. Common prescription medications that can cause impairment include: Xanax, Valium, Hydrocodone/ Vicoden, Soma, and Codein. Many other drugs do not impair mental or physical faculties and cannot be the basis of a DWI DUI charge.
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Can I take AMORYN if I am currently taking a prescription anti-anxiety medication?

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AMORYN can be safely combined with benzodiazepines such as Valium? (diazepam), Xanax? (alprazolam), and Ativan? (Lorazepam). You should consult your doctor before combining AMORYN with any other prescription anti-anxiety medications, including SSRI drugs. Review the Drug Interactions to learn more.
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My child is taking prescription medication. How is this handled?

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The Academy medical staff will administer prescription and non prescription medications to all cadets as required. Return to the top
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How do I get my prescription medication refilled?

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Prescription refills should be requested during normal office hours. For your protection, prescription refills for a narcotic will not be filled after hours.
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How can I get medication without a prescription?

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Both activities appear to be illegal. It's fine to discuss here the pros and cons of the medications, just not how to obtain them in those ways. In fact, please don't use this site to facilitate any illegal activities. US Customs Service The importer must... declare to Customs that the medicine is for personal use and show a valid prescription... Federal law prohibits importing drugs not approved by the FDA... Customs officers may seize and destroy all non-approved drugs.
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What about non-prescription medication?

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Where the medication is non-prescription, a determination on reasonable quantities will also be made by Aviation Security Officers. As with prescription medications, a reasonable quantity will be defined as what is required for the length of the flight, while taking into account of any unexpected delays, missed connections, and lost luggage.
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Can I take modern medication while taking Nona Roguy herbs?

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YES. While taking Nona Roguy herbs you can also continue taking modern medication from hospital. So far we have no known reports of any adverse drug interaction between our herbal products and modern drugs. You can also take vitamins, royal jelly, honey, undergo hospital treatment such as chemotherapy, radium after surgery, D & C, or treatment of cervical erosion (cauterization). It is recommended that you take your medication 1-2 hours earlier before consuming Nona Roguy herbs.
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Q.20. SHOULD I STOP TAKING MY PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION WHEN TAKING MAORI MIRACLE?

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Ans. No, and it is always good business to keep your doctor informed about what additional medications you are taking. Feel free to bring this website to your doctor's attention and especially the Practitioner's Guide, which is listed on this website. Ans. Sad to say, there is as yet no known cure for arthritis; it seems to be an on-going degenerative process that is a part of life and aging, although it has been know to strike young persons as well.
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No, and it is always good business to keep your doctor informed about what additional medications you are taking. Feel free to bring this website to your doctor's attention and especially the Practitioner's Guide, which is listed on this website. Sad to say, there is as yet no known cure for arthritis; it seems to be an on-going degenerative process that is a part of life and aging, although it has been know to strike young persons as well.
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Can I still take it if I am on medication, or taking vitamins?

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The homeopathic form of HGH does not interfere with any other remedies, supplements or medicines that you might be taking.
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Should I keep taking my medication during the diet?

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If you are taking medicine prescribed by a doctor, then use common sense. Medicines will lessen the effect of the diet, but before you stop taking them you should be in agreement with your doctor, preferably a doctor who is open to and knows about natural healing methods. It is better to do the Lemon Detox Diet while still taking medicine than not to do it all.
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What about taking medication?

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You should be able to take prescribed medication, though you may need to (1) use capsules or (2) break big tablets in half or dissolve them in water so they do not get stuck in the stoma and make you sick. Always ask the doctor who prescribes the drugs about this. Your surgeon may tell you to avoid taking aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory pain relievers because they may irritate the stomach. The problems these drugs may cause could result in band removal.
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Should I stop taking medication?

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This is a question that should be answered in consultation with your prescribing physician. Although some forms of psychotherapy have been shown to be more effective than medication, some people achieve greater relief of symptoms with a combination of psychotherapy and medication. Regardless, it may be important to learn new strategies prior to reducing or stopping medication. Again, changes in medication should be done under the supervision of a physician.
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I am taking prescription hormones. What shall I do?

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Answer: Talk with your healthcare provider about your individual risk profile and hormones you are taking in light of the WHI results.
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Can I take SEREDYN if I am already taking prescription medications?

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Before taking SEREDYN, talk your doctor if you are taking muscle relaxants, other sleep or anxiety medicines, pain medicines, seizure medicines, or other medicines that cause drowsiness. SEREDYN may increase the sedative effects of these drugs. Do not take SEREDYN if you are currently taking an MAOI. Consult your doctor before taking SEREDYN if you have a serious or potentially fatal medical condition.
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If this happens, should I keep taking the herbs?

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Yes, definitely! Don't stop, because this is a very good sign. When you start detoxifying the body, the body is a bit shocked. It is shaken up. All these things show that the herbs have started working.
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