How long after taking medication can I consume bayberry juice?

Generally, it is safe to drink bayberry juice 30 minutes to 2 hours after taking medication. Detailed explanations are as follows:

If the medication is an enteric-coated tablet, sustained-release formulation, or the instructions specifically state it should be taken separately from acidic foods, it may be necessary to wait longer before drinking bayberry juice—for example, 1 to 2 hours after taking the medication. These medications have a special absorption mechanism, and the acidic components in bayberry juice may affect drug release or metabolism. It is advisable to wait until the medication has been adequately absorbed in the intestines before consuming the juice.

If the medication is a regular tablet or a traditional Chinese medicine with no specific restrictions on consumption, the waiting time before drinking bayberry juice may be shorter—approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour after taking the medication. At this point, the medication has undergone initial digestion in the stomach, and drinking bayberry juice 30 minutes to an hour later is unlikely to significantly interfere with drug absorption, although it should not be consumed simultaneously.

When drinking bayberry juice, refer to the medication's instructions and adjust the interval based on the type of medication and your individual health condition. If nausea, vomiting, or other discomfort occurs after taking medication and drinking bayberry juice, consult a doctor promptly.