Medicine Taking Guide
Take your prescribed Chinese medicine safely and consistently
After collecting your medicine, check the label, timing, dosage and dietary advice. Contact the clinic if anything is unclear or if you feel unwell.
Watch Before Taking Your Medicine
This short video covers common questions after collecting Chinese medicine, including preparation, timing, food precautions and when to contact your practitioner.
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Follow the medicine label
Take the medicine according to the frequency, dosage and timing advised by your practitioner. Do not adjust the dose or stop early on your own.
Use warm water
Chinese medicine is generally taken with warm water. Avoid taking it with tea, coffee, alcohol or iced drinks as they may affect absorption.
Follow dietary advice
During treatment, it is usually best to reduce cold, spicy, fried and overly sweet foods. Specific restrictions depend on your prescription.
Separate from other medicines
Tell your practitioner about Western medicines, supplements or proprietary Chinese medicines. A two-hour gap is often used, but individual advice comes first.
Store medicine properly
Keep medicine in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and out of reach of children.
Contact us if unwell
If you feel noticeably unwell after taking medicine, do not increase the dose yourself. Contact us by WhatsApp or phone for practitioner advice.
Tell Your Practitioner Before Taking Medicine
- Western medicine, Chinese patent medicine, supplements or weight-loss products you are taking
- Pregnancy, trying to conceive, breastfeeding or upcoming surgery
- Previous drug or food allergies
- Long-term conditions such as liver or kidney disease, diabetes, high blood pressure or heart disease
Do Not Wait If These Happen
Seek urgent medical care if any of the following warning signs appear. Keep your medicine label or medicine details for healthcare staff.
- Difficulty breathing, facial swelling or throat swelling
- Severe rash, widespread itching or suspected allergic reaction
- Persistent vomiting, diarrhoea, dizziness or palpitations
- Any uncertainty before taking medicine if pregnant, chronically ill or taking blood thinners
Questions About Your Medicine?
Send us a photo of your medicine label or WhatsApp the clinic directly. We will help you confirm the instructions.
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