Pregnancy preparation is an important stage in preparing for pregnancy, and dietary conditioning is one of the things that requires special attention during pregnancy preparation. Chinese patent medicines are widely used in traditional Chinese medicine to regulate the body, but during pregnancy preparation, caution is required when using Chinese patent medicines. The following will focus on the precautions and taboos of taking Chinese patent medicines in preparation for pregnancy.
1. Rational use of medication: During pregnancy preparation, if there is a disease that requires medication, the principle of rational use of medication should be followed. First of all, appropriate Chinese patent medicines should be selected according to the specific condition, and it is best to use them under the guidance of a professional doctor. Secondly, you must use it in accordance with the dosage and usage instructions on the drug instructions, and do not increase or decrease the dosage or change the usage method at will. Finally, while using Chinese patent medicines, you should also pay attention to observe the body\’s reaction. If you feel uncomfortable, stop taking the medicine immediately and consult a doctor.
2. Avoid drug allergies: During preparation for pregnancy, some people may have allergic reactions to certain Chinese patent medicines. Therefore, an allergy test should be performed before using any proprietary Chinese medicine. The specific method is to apply a small amount of the drug on the skin of the inner forearm and observe whether redness, swelling, itching and other allergic symptoms appear. If an allergic reaction occurs, you should stop using the drug immediately and consult your doctor about alternative medications.
3. Avoid proprietary Chinese medicines containing hormones: Hormones are one of the ingredients that require special attention during pregnancy preparation. Some Chinese patent medicines contain hormonal ingredients, such as estrogen, progesterone, etc., which may have a negative impact on pre-pregnancy preparation and embryonic development. Therefore, you should try to avoid using proprietary Chinese medicines containing hormones, or use them under the guidance of a doctor.
4. Pay attention to drug ingredients: During pregnancy preparation, you should carefully read the ingredient list of Chinese patent medicines, especially for some Chinese patent medicines that contain animal ingredients or toxic substances. Some Chinese patent medicines may contain velvet antler, bear bile, snake gall and other animal ingredients, which may affect embryonic development. In addition, some Chinese patent medicines may contain toxic substances such as lead and arsenic, which are also potential risks to health. Therefore, during pregnancy preparation, you should try to choose Chinese patent medicines that have no animal ingredients and no toxic or side effects.
5. Avoid long-term use: Chinese patent medicines are generally auxiliary treatments and are not suitable for long-term use. During pregnancy preparation, if you need to use Chinese patent medicines, you should try to control the time of use to avoid long-term dependence on Chinese patent medicines. Long-term use of Chinese patent medicines may cause dependence on the body and affect its own regulatory functions.
In short, you need to be cautious when taking Chinese patent medicines during pregnancy preparation. Use medications rationally, avoid drug allergies, avoid Chinese patent medicines containing hormones, pay attention to the ingredients of the drugs, and avoid long-term use. These are the precautions and taboos for taking Chinese patent medicines during pregnancy. During pregnancy preparation, it is best to choose appropriate Chinese patent medicines under the guidance of a doctor, and stay vigilant during use. If any discomfort occurs, stop taking the medicine immediately and consult a doctor. I hope that every expectant parent who is preparing for pregnancy can spend the pregnancy preparation period healthily and smoothly and welcome the arrival of new life.
