Patient's question:
Doctor, hello:I took weight-loss medication a few weeks ago and recently want to have a child. I’m not sure if the ingredients in the medication will affect the child. This weight-loss medication mainly relies on strong slimming (a strong slimming substance), which is extracted from natural fresh cherry (cherry essence) and green maple leaf (green maple leaf essence), as well as herbs like poria, mountain orange peel, and radish seeds. Could you please help me check if these ingredients will affect the child? Thank you very much~~~~
Other information: I have stopped taking it for half a month now. No special reactions.
Doctor's answer:
Hello, weight-loss medication can have a certain impact on the quality of eggs. It is recommended to wait at least six months after stopping the medication before considering pregnancy.If you plan to get pregnant, from the perspective of prenatal health, it is advised that women take folic acid tablets three months before pregnancy and during the first three months of pregnancy. This can help prevent miscarriage and fetal abnormalities.
Maintain a balanced diet and get adequate rest. Supplement with folic acid and complex vitamins. If you are calcium-deficient, drink more milk. Iron and zinc are also important—prefer dietary supplements over medication if possible. Eat when you have an appetite to ensure proper nutrition.
Stay in a positive mood. Eat more fruits and vegetables. Include appropriate amounts of animal and plant protein. Reduce spicy foods and opt for lighter options like bean sprouts and tofu.
Only after your body is well-adjusted should you consider pregnancy.