Chinese medicine may involve raw herbs, prepared formulations, proprietary Chinese medicines or external preparations. Product selection should take account of the individual, current medicines, allergies and other health considerations.
What to know before your visit
- Tell the practitioner about prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines and supplements.
- Ask what the product contains and how it should be used.
- Stop and seek advice if you develop an unexpected reaction.
- Do not use the website to self-diagnose or replace prescribed medical treatment without professional advice.
Care and suitability
TCM services are not one-size-fits-all. The practitioner may recommend a different approach, a combination of approaches, or conventional medical review depending on the information discussed and any safety concerns.
Urgent symptoms
For severe, sudden or rapidly worsening symptoms, chest pain, difficulty breathing, fainting, major bleeding, stroke-like symptoms or other emergencies, call 995 or seek urgent conventional medical care.