As a general rule, Sun Herbal formulas can be taken in conjunction with western pharmaceuticals. However, in order to avoid chemical interactions that may interfere with absorption we recommend that you allow at least two hours between taking your medications and taking your Sun Herbal formulas.

There are some herbs that should never be taken when you are on particular types of pharmaceutical medications. This is why you need to provide your practitioner with a full list of all your current medications. Then your practitioner will best be able to advise you about the formulas being given to you. It is the responsibility of the treating practitioner to guide you appropriately.

Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist see your doctor / healthcare professional.

During pregnancy, especially during the first trimester, all medications, including herbal formulas need to be taken with extreme caution. You should inform your treating practitioner if you are pregnant or intending to become pregnant as there are certain formulas that are not suitable.

Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist see your doctor / healthcare professional.

There are some strongly acting herbal formulas that may cause stomach upset, reflux, vomiting or diarrhoea in infants who are being breast fed.

You should inform your practitioner if you are breast feeding so that this may be taken into account.

Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist see your doctor / healthcare professional.

This is dependent on many different factors and varies a great deal between individuals. In general Chinese herbal medicines work more slowly than pharmaceutical drugs, especially as treatments are designed to address the root causes not just relieve the symptoms.

To obtain optimum results the following courses of treatment are usually recommended

Acute conditions: 1-3 weeks

Sub-acute conditions: 3-6 months

Chronic conditions: 1-3 years or ongoing

You will need to consult regularly with your practitioner to monitor your condition as your treatment progresses. In this way you can receive the most suitable formulas as your condition changes. It is important that you complete the full course of treatment to consolidate the results and prevent recurrence.

Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist see your doctor / healthcare professional.

All herbal medicines are active within a dosage range that may vary up to 400%

It is not uncommon for one person to be prescribed 6 capsules per day and another 12-18 per day. often in cases with severe acute infection, the dosage is very high for the first 3 or 4 days.

Common side effects can include nausea, loss of appetite, fatigue, vomiting, flatulence or diarrhoea.

If you experience these symptoms please contact your practitioner for advice. While some of these side effects may seem only mild or trivial it is important that you let your practitioner know

Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist see your doctor / healthcare professional.

We recommend that Sun Herbal formulas be taken away from food, about 1 hour before or after eating, to allow for maximum absorption.

Sun Herbal formulas are for practitioner dispensing only.

We believe that it is both safer and more effective for you to consult with your practitioner and receive the proper care and supervision when taking Sun Herbal formulas.