Can we take Ayurvedic and English medicine together without side effects? - #12213
I’ve been dealing with a few health conditions for a while, and I use both Ayurvedic remedies and allopathic (English) medicine for different issues. But I recently started wondering—can we take Ayurvedic and English medicine together safely, or does it cause problems? My main concern is whether Ayurvedic herbs interact with modern medicines. For example, I take Triphala for digestion and a prescribed antacid for acidity. Is it safe to use both at the same time? I’ve also heard that herbs like Ashwagandha or Brahmi might affect blood pressure or thyroid medications. Is this true? How do we know which combinations are safe? Another issue is the timing. If we take Ayurvedic and English medicine together, should there be a gap between them, or is it fine to take them at the same time? Some people say you should wait at least an hour between the two, while others say it depends on the medicines. Does anyone know the correct approach? I’m also curious if Ayurvedic treatments can replace allopathy in the long run. I’d prefer natural treatments, but I don’t want to take risks with my health. Has anyone here successfully switched from allopathy to Ayurveda? How did you do it, and was the transition smooth? Lastly, I want to know if doctors usually support combining the two systems. Some allopathic doctors discourage Ayurveda, while Ayurvedic practitioners warn against allopathy. Who do we trust? If anyone has experience or professional knowledge about can we take Ayurvedic and English medicine together, I’d love to hear your insights.
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