Q I'm in my 40s and years ago I had a big yo-yo when I stopped taking diet pills. I'm currently on blood-pressure medication too—can I still receive diet management?
A If you're taking any medication, please be sure to tell us in advance. We can check the type of medication and your condition to build a safe management plan, and stopping existing medication on your own is dangerous.
Detailed Answer
If you take medication for chronic conditions, including blood-pressure medication, your medication's effect or required dose can change as your weight and food intake change through dieting. That's why you should tell us all the medications you're taking at the start, so we can plan safely. In particular, stopping prescribed medication on your own is dangerous, so if adjustment is needed, the principle is to consult the prescribing physician in charge.
Our Korean Medicine Clinic's Perspective
At Dongjedang, we prioritize restoring metabolism without strain while taking your current medication into account. We clear the excess and revive circulation, but we first examine your condition so as not to conflict with existing treatment, then set a management direction within a safe range.
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