I am taking stomach medication. Can I take Sanqi powder at the same time?
I have recently been taking stomach medication for my gastric condition. I heard that Sanqi powder is also beneficial for health. I would like to know whether it is safe to take Sanqi powder at the same time as my stomach medication.
Doctor's answer (1)
Notoginseng powder is a traditional Chinese herbal medicine that has effects of dispersing blood stasis to stop bleeding and reducing swelling to relieve pain. Whether it can be taken concurrently with stomach medications depends on specific circumstances.
If the stomach medication is used for treating conditions such as gastric ulcers or gastritis, and contains ingredients that inhibit gastric acid secretion and protect the gastric mucosa, such as omeprazole or potassium bismuth citrate, taking Notoginseng powder simultaneously may increase the risk of bleeding, as Notoginseng powder also has blood-activating and stasis-resolving properties. However, if the stomach medication is intended for regulating gastrointestinal function and the patient has no tendency toward bleeding, Notoginseng powder may be taken appropriately under the guidance of a physician.
During the course of taking stomach medications, if you wish to take Notoginseng powder, it is best to consult first with a doctor or pharmacist.
