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Some herbs have potent ingredients and should be treated with the same care and respect as pharmaceutical drugs.

The principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine are very different from traditional Western notions about health, illness and the workings of the body.

Complementary therapies aim to treat the whole person, not just the symptoms of disease.

It is important you discuss your asthma and preferred therapies with both your doctor and complementary therapist.

Antivirals are available for eligible people to treat COVID-19.

Complementary therapies are not always safer than conventional medical treatments, even if they seem more 'natural'.

A Consumer Medicines Information (CMI) leaflet gives you accurate information about the safety of your medication and how best to take it.

Find out more about effectiveness, safety and legal issues associated with complementary and alternative care. Always tell your doctor when using complementary and alternative therapies.

Using products bought from online sites can be risky. Watch out for scams or quackery and don't self-diagnose or self-medicate. Always seek advice from your doctor.

When choosing a complementary therapist, think about your goals and ask your medical doctor for a recommendation.