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There are some people who will go against a doctors advice, and look for an herbal remedy to a condition. In most cases, these are people who do not believe in prescription medicines — or they do not want to pay the cost of the medication. However, herbal remedies may not be all they are cracked up to be. These so called herbal remedies could be doing more harm to your body, especially if you do not know exactly what is in them.

Scores of companies in Indonesia produce pills and drinks labeled as herbal remedies or tonics. The government, which is seeking to regulate the sector, say many contain unspecified chemicals. (link)

If you disagree with a medication prescribed by your doctor, there are some other options. You definitely do not want to take matters into your own hands and try your own remedies. Try talking with your doctor and voicing your concerns. In most cases, a doctor will be able to prescribe a different medication with different side effects. If you are still having trouble after talking with your doctor, a second opinion might be in order.

Justin

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