Q I am worried that taking herbal medicine for a long time might be bad for my liver.
A Dongjedang's herbal medicine for cluster headaches is formulated to improve liver function, and we also provide guidance on regular liver function monitoring.
Detailed Answer
Herbal Medicine and Liver Safety
The herbal medicine used for cluster headaches to reduce damp-heat in the liver is, as its name suggests, a prescription that lowers liver heat. Constituent herbs, such as Rehmannia glutinosa and Alisma orientale, have a history of use spanning thousands of years and, at appropriate dosages, actually have a protective effect on liver function. The issue arises when ingredients of unknown quality or excessive dosages are involved.
Dongjedang’s Monitoring Principles
Interim blood tests (liver enzyme levels) are recommended for patients taking the medication for more than three months. If you already have liver disease or are taking many other medications, please be sure to inform us during your consultation. If jaundice, fatigue, or indigestion worsens while taking the medication, please inform us immediately so that we can adjust the prescription.
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