There are important points to consider. China’s National Pharmacopoeia governs over 7,000 herbs and related products. In Hong Kong, registered Chinese medicine practitioners follow List 1 and 2, which includes 603 herbs by Law. We strictly adhere to clinical guidelines for cancer care when selecting specific herbs. These guidelines provide evidence of the benefits of Chinese medicine for drug compliance, effectiveness, survival, rehabilitation, and patient-reported outcomes in cancer patients. Each patient receives a personalized prescription based on their specific cancer diagnosis and dosage requirements. Our delivery of Chinese herbs follows the best clinical practices and ensures safety. If you have any concerns about specific products, we strongly recommend consulting a healthcare professional for advice.
There are important points to consider. China’s National Pharmacopoeia governs over 7,000 herbs and related products. In Hong Kong, registered Chinese medicine practitioners follow List 1 and 2, which includes 603 herbs
by Law. We strictly adhere to clinical guidelines for cancer care when selecting specific herbs. These guidelines provide evidence of the benefits of Chinese medicine for drug compliance, effectiveness, survival, rehabilitation, and patient-reported outcomes in cancer patients. Each patient receives a personalized prescription based on their specific cancer diagnosis and dosage requirements. Our delivery of Chinese herbs follows the best clinical practices and ensures safety. If you have any concerns about specific products, we strongly recommend consulting a healthcare professional for advice.
In Hong Kong, registered Chinese medicine practitioners adhere to List 1 and 2, which govern the application of 603 herbs. Therefore, the herbs we use are specifically selected based on clinical guidelines for cancer care. We exclusively purchase Chinese herbs from vendors who follow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards and are associated with top Chinese medicine hospitals.
In conventional treatments, there are three main approaches: chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. Among these categories, immunotherapy has the least impact at the cellular level. However, there is evidence of potential herb-drug interactions between Chinese herbs and chemotherapy agents or targeted therapy. It is crucial for us to cross-check with current databases for herb-drug interactions to ensure the safety of our patients.
To provide the best care, we thoroughly review the latest electronic health records, utilize resources like HA Go and local university databases for herb-drug interactions before prescribing Chinese medicine. This helps us identify any potential interactions in accordance with the regulations of Chinese medicine in Hong Kong. To better protect you, we kindly request that you provide us with a list of medications you are currently taking. This allows us to fulfill our role in safeguarding your well-being to the best of our ability.
The use of herbs in Hong Kong is regulated, and it is important to use them appropriately as no herbs are without side effects. Our team consists of registered Chinese Medicine Practitioners who carefully select herbs based on clinical guidelines for cancer care. These guidelines provide clear evidence of the benefits of Chinese medicine for drug compliance, effectiveness, survival, rehabilitation, and patient-reported outcomes in cancer patients. Each patient receives a personalized prescription of herbs based on their specific cancer diagnosis and body constitution. With adherence to the best clinical practices, the Chinese herbs we provide are safe. If you have any concerns about specific products or any sensitivities to certain herbs, we highly recommend informing us in advance to avoid potential side effects.
International and Chinese clinical guidelines have unequivocally demonstrated the benefits of Chinese medicine for cancer patients in terms of drug compliance, effectiveness, survival, rehabilitation, and patient-reported outcomes. The successful model of Chinese medicine hospitals in China has shown that patients benefit greatly when a clear diagnosis is established prior to Chinese medicine treatment. With the collaboration and support of medical doctors and other allied health professionals in Hong Kong, we have established seamless communication across disciplines to ensure the best patient-centered clinical care. This approach also safeguards the safety of our patients during transitions between public and private sectors, minimizing delays and waiting times in Hong Kong.
We utilize the latest electronic health records and local university databases like HA Go to screen for any potential herb-drug interactions before prescribing Chinese medicine. This ensures compliance with the regulations governing Chinese medicine in Hong Kong. To enhance patient safety, we kindly request that you provide us with a list of medications you are currently taking so that we can fulfill our role in protecting your well-being to the best of our ability.
Chinese medicine is not proven to cure cancer independently. However, international and Chinese clinical guidelines have provided evidence of the benefits of Chinese medicine for cancer patients in terms of drug compliance, effectiveness, survival, rehabilitation, and patient-reported outcomes. The successful model of Chinese medicine hospitals internationally has shown that patients benefit greatly when a clear diagnosis is established before receiving Chinese medicine treatment. Through collaboration with medical doctors and allied health professionals, we have developed seamless cross-disciplinary communication to ensure the best patient-centered clinical care.