Patient's question:
Due to menstrual cramps, I took traditional Chinese medicine to treat them. I want to take folic acid immediately after finishing the traditional Chinese medicine because I am planning to have a child. Will this cause side effects? Can I have a child after finishing the traditional Chinese medicine for menstrual cramps?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, it is better to have a child three months after taking a long course of traditional Chinese medicine. This way, the medication can be completely metabolized, and the side effects caused by the medication will gradually fade. You can first take folic acid for three months and then have a child, which is a win-win situation. First breastfeed for three months, and during this period, continue taking folic acid. Having a child three months later is the best.