Taking clients off meds

By tyler in 5 May 2026 | 22:27
tyler

tyler

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I’ve been taught in previous herb trainings that herbalists should never tell a client to stop a medication prescribed by another practitioner, even if there are contraindications or concerns about harm. At the same time, I’ve heard other herbalists say they will advise against certain medications. How do you personally navigate that line in clinical practice, especially around scope, safety, and liability? Do you pose it as " informed consent", and tell them you can't take them off of their meds, or do you outright tell them they should stop?
5 May 2026 | 22:27
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Karla Parker

Karla Parker

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Member since: 16 Dec 2024
David said: I never tell patients to discontinue prescribed medication (from an MD, ND, DO, etc). I haven qualms telling patients to stop supplements or herbs that they do not need or that I am replacing. The quickest way to get reported to your local medical board is to tell a patients to stop taking something their doctor prescribed. If I have concerns about a medication or possible drug-drug interactions I have them go back to their doctor (or sometimes a pharmacist) to discuss issues. I do give them information that they can bring to their doctor if they have concerns.
13 May 2026 | 23:49
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