Dr. Amir Khan Advises Patients to Disclose Over-the-Counter Supplements to Their GPs
Tell your GP about these over-the-counter supplements, warns Dr Amir Khan

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Dr. Amir Khan emphasizes the importance of informing your GP about any over-the-counter supplements you take, including magnesium, turmeric, and St. John's wort, as they may interact with prescribed medications.
- 01Dr. Amir Khan warns that 'natural' supplements can still be harmful.
- 02Common supplements like magnesium, turmeric, and St. John's wort should be disclosed to healthcare providers.
- 03Interactions can occur not only between medications but also between medications and supplements.
- 04Patients on regular medication must inform their doctors about any supplements they are taking.
- 05The advice was shared by Dr. Khan on Instagram.
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Dr. Amir Khan, a well-known television doctor, has urged individuals to inform their General Practitioners (GPs) about any over-the-counter supplements they are taking. In a recent Instagram post, he highlighted that just because a substance is labeled 'natural' does not mean it is safe. He specifically mentioned supplements such as magnesium, turmeric, St. John's wort, and collagen, emphasizing that these should be flagged to doctors. Dr. Khan pointed out that potential interactions may not only occur between prescribed medications but also between these medications and seemingly harmless supplements. His message serves as a reminder for patients to communicate openly with their healthcare providers about their supplement use.
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