Medically Reviewed
동제당한의원·Jang-Hyuk Choi, KMDHead Doctor
#Drug Combination / Interactions
Q I am taking tranquilizers; can I still receive acupuncture treatment?
A Acupuncture treatment can be safely received even while taking tranquilizers, and it complements the sedative effects.
Detailed Answer
Even if you are taking benzodiazepine tranquilizers, acupuncture treatment acts as a physical stimulus, so there are no drug interactions. On the contrary, acupuncture treatment (at acupoints on the inner wrist and wrist area) stabilizes the autonomic nervous system, complementing the sedative effects of the medication and helping to reduce drug dependence in the long term. However, if you are taking anticoagulants, you must inform a licensed Korean medicine doctor in advance due to the risk of bleeding. At Dongjedang, considering the risk of dependence in patients taking tranquilizers long-term, we gradually combine Korean medicine sedative treatment (acupuncture + Ansin prescription). Medication reduction must be carried out under the supervision of a psychiatrist, and Korean medicine treatment is safely approached as a supplementary role.
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