Patient's question:
Hello, I found out I was pregnant while taking Chinese herbal medicine for three weeks to treat acne. Although I asked the doctor before taking it and was told it would not affect the fetus, I still have some concerns. (The formula includes angelica sinensis, purple grass, purple flower root, dioscorea, dandelion, rhubarb, hawthorn, dried grass, bupleurum, and rehmannia root, etc.)Doctor's answer:
In the early stage of pregnancy, the second trimester, and the third trimester, taking Chinese medicine to regulate and stabilize the pregnancy is a very normal phenomenon. Chinese medicine has no side effects, so you can rest assured. Because Chinese medicine is all plant-based, such as vegetables, fruits, and grains, which all belong to the category of Chinese medicine. It is very stable for the body and does not harm the fetus. Generally, doctors will recommend that women with signs of risk of poor fetal development should maintain a balanced diet, stay away from spicy and stimulating as well as cold foods. In addition, patients should also create an environment that is conducive to emotional stability and stress relief. Wishing the patient a healthy delivery.