Q The neurology department prescribed me clonazepam. Can I take herbal medicine together with it?
A When combining clonazepam (a benzodiazepine) with herbal medicine, you must let us know all the medications you are currently taking at the clinic. We prescribe only after checking for possible interactions with drugs metabolized through the same pathway in the liver. In most cases they can be combined safely, but individual assessment is needed.
Detailed Answer
Clonazepam acts on the GABA-A receptor to suppress nerve excitation, and is prescribed to relieve facial spasm symptoms. Herbal medicine also contains components metabolized in the liver, so when combined with certain drugs it may affect the rate of metabolism. If you accurately tell us your current medications, their doses, and how long you have been taking them during the consultation, we will select and adjust the herbal medicine accordingly. Stopping your existing medication on your own is dangerous, so always decide after consulting your attending neurologist.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
While the conventional medication suppresses the symptoms, Korean medicine treatment works to create a bodily environment in which spasms are less likely to occur. When used together, the dose of the conventional medication can sometimes be gradually reduced through coordinated adjustment.
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