My motto is "All things that you want men to do to you, you also must likewise do to them." In other words I do not interfere with drugs that I did not prescribe. Having said that, after considering the possible side effects and/or dangers of some types of drugs you may wish to enlist your Doctor’s assistance in the gradual withdrawal from your current medication.

It is generally safe to take Proactol™ even when taking prescription medication. However, if on medication, you are advised to consult your doctor before taking Proactol™ . Medications should be not be taken 2 hours before and after Proactol™ .

Answer: Acidgone® is designed to replace the drugs and to restore your digestive functions. Acidgone® works better without the drugs interfering with your digestive process and you will improve faster. You have the rest of your life to take drugs if you decide Nutrigenesis Approach is not for you. It is your choice whether or not to discontinue usage of anti-reflux drugs. We cannot tell customers to stop taking their anti-reflux drugs.

No. A skilled Herbalist will work with herbal preparations that will not interfere with any prescribed medication taken. In some instances a recommendation may be made to discontinue taking a particular prescribed medication, however the withdrawal process will be monitored and supported by your Herbalist and performed in

Aspirin and ibuprofen will not affect a whole blood donation. Apheresis platelet donors however must not take aspirin or aspirin products 48 hours prior to donation. Many other medications are acceptable. It is recommended that you call the donor center ahead of time to inquire about medications you have a question about.

Always discuss with your health care practitioner ALL of the medications you are taking (prescription and over-the-counter). In that way, you can receive the best advice for your own situation. At present, Viagra is not recommended for people taking nitroglycerin because the combination may lower blood pressure.

A low dose of statins and TeaFlavin® will function the same way in people with mild to moderate hypercholesterolemia. There is no information on comparison related to hyperlipidemic patients.

Although you should always consult your physician before starting any new dietary regimen, MSM has not been shown to interact with any prescribed medications. Often, MSM supplementation is used in conjunction with medical treatment. MSM is an excellent food supplement in support of medical treatment.

Absolutely not. Homeopathy is a complementary system of medicine and as such it can be used as an alternative treatment or where necessary it can work beautifully along side orthodox medicine and can alleviate symptoms from pharmaceutical drugs. There are some drugs, especially those that suppress symptoms (for example cortisone-based creams for eczema; the contraceptive pill; HRT) which can make homeopathic treatment more difficult and slower.

Yes. Essences balance and harmonize your emotions and the flow of energy in your body. Because they are free of chemical constituents, it is highly unlikely that taking an essence would interfere with your medication. If you are concerned with the alcohol content, remember that you are only taking a few drops at each dose. If you take 4 drops 4 times a day, for example, your total alcohol intake each day would be less than 5 drops.

All four Strong Health outpatient pharmacies have a designated quiet area for person and confidential consultations for patient and pharmacist discussions.

Hypnosis is not a substitute for prescribed medications. Hypnosis will work with the medication and help reduce its necessity.

Question: My mother, age65 currently takes the following prescriptions: for depression and anxiety: loreazepam 3 mg/day, imipramine 100 mg/day,metoprolol 50 mg/day, prozac 10mg/day, synthroid .1mg/day. For recent hip replacement surgery: darvocet as needed (not on a regular schedule), and for cholesterol: zocor 40 mg/day. Currently experiencing fatigue and memory loss. Can you advise as to interaction problems and side effects.

Stress is better-controlled long term by teaching the subject how to use relaxation exercises before, during and after stressful situations. However, prescribed drugs can be use in conjunction with the exercises.

The stimulants Adderall and Dexedrine, as well as antidepressants such as Norpramin, Prozac, and Ludiomil, are also administered to treat the conditions. But Ritalin appears to be the drug of choice.

No, you are not asked to stop current medication, and the herbs will not interfere in any way with the effects of your prescription drugs. When you are better your M.D. will decide if you should cease your medication.

A low dose of statins and Teaflavin® will function the same way in people with mild to moderate hypercholesterolemia. There is no information on comparison related to hyperlipidemic patients.

Yes. Customers on prescription blood thinners should not use Vitalzym or any other Systemic Enzyme concurrent with the drug use. The enzymes enhance the effects of the blood thinning medications making them stronger.

This is a decision that you and/or your veterinarian will have to make. We can offer you the following guidelines. Many of the drugs given for allergies (itchy skin) can have harmful side effects. Generally speaking, your pet would be better off without these drugs if at all possible. Just remember that steroids must be reduced gradually, so you might want to consult your veterinarian on how best to do this.

Sometimes medication improves people's capacity to make use of therapy and at other times it can be less helpful. Always discuss this with the therapist at your initial meeting. You may find that you need less medication as therapy progresses, but always consult your doctor before reducing or stopping your dose.

Unfortunately, many of the newer heart, blood pressure and cholesterol medications are quite expensive. Sometimes there are less expensive alternatives that are just as good. However, your doctor may not prescribe them for you unless you ask. So be sure to have a frank discussion with him or her about the problem. Also, many drug companies give free medications to people with limited incomes. Ask your doctor or contact the drug companies yourself.

Each state has a law that allows pharmacists to substitute less expensive generic drugs for many brand names. However, if your doctor specifies that a brand name must be dispensed, then the pharmacist may not substitute the generic. Sometimes an acceptable generic is available that your doctor may not be aware of. In this case, your pharmacist may be able to consult with your doctor to suggest an effective medication that costs less.

Possibly. More than 150 medications interact harmfully with alcohol. These interactions may result in increased risk of illness, injury, and even death. Alcohol's effects are heightened by medicines that depress the central nervous system, such as sleeping pills, antihistamines, antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs, and some painkillers. In addition, medicines for certain disorders, including diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease, can have harmful interactions with alcohol.

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.

No. Doctors of Chiropractic are primary health care providers. According to the Center for Studies in Health Policy, "The DC can provide all three levels of primary care interventions and therefore is a primary care provider, as are MDs and DOs. The doctor of chiropractic is a gatekeeper to the health care system and an independent practitioner who provides primary care services. The DC's office is a direct access portal of entry to the full scope of service."

The panel physicians must comply with U.S. health regulations to perform medical examinations for our visa applicants. These panel physicians, when accepted and approved to provide this service, are issued with U.S. medical handbooks. Each country can only have a limited amount of qualified and approved physicians to provide this service for the U.S. government.