Tip of the day: Taking a supplement? Tell your doctor [SIZE=-1]Herbal remedies can interact dangerously with medications. For example, did you know green tea may change the effects of certain antiplatelet drugs? Green tea can slow blood clotting, so drinking green tea along with drugs that can slow blood clotting can increase the risk of bruising and bleeding. If you take medication or have a chronic disease, it's important that you*consult with your doctor before using herbs. And if you're already taking an herb, be sure to tell your doctor when he or she prescribes you a medication.
Read more on risky herb-drug combos*and herbs that change drug effects.*And to find out if your medication interacts with a supplement or herb, see our Interaction Checker (subscribers only).
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