Can Liuwei Dihuang Pills and Biyanling Tablets be taken together?

Nov 28, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I have been experiencing prolonged physical fatigue, soreness and weakness in the lower back and knees, night sweats, and other symptoms. I have been diagnosed with kidney yin deficiency through traditional Chinese medicine. Additionally, I also suffer from mild rhinitis and throat discomfort. My doctor prescribed Liu Wei Di Huang Wan to nourish kidney yin, and Bi Yan Ling Pian to alleviate the discomfort in my nose and throat. I am concerned that taking these two medications together might cause adverse reactions.

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi

Six-Flavor Rehmannia Pill is mainly used for nourishing kidney yin, with functions including benefiting the kidneys and enriching essence, nourishing yin to clear heat, nourishing blood to promote hair growth, tonifying the liver and kidneys, and relieving fatigue.另一方面,鼻咽灵片则是一种中成药,具有清热解毒、利咽止痛的作用,常用于治疗鼻炎、鼻窦炎、扁桃体炎等上呼吸道感染引起的症状。两种药物分别针对不同的病症,其成分和功效也存在差异。根据药物相互作用的原理,六味地黄丸和鼻咽灵片建议不要同时服用。

虽然两种药物单独使用时副作用较小,但联合使用时仍需谨慎,特别是对有特殊疾病史或正在服用其他药物的患者,应先咨询医生或药师的意见。在服用药物的同时,还应注意调整饮食结构,避免辛辣刺激性食物,保持良好的作息规律,有助于提高药物疗效。