Q. How long do I need to take Kampo medicine?

A. The treatment period varies depending on the illness and symptoms, so we cannot give a definitive answer. However, at our clinic, we generally recommend taking it for two weeks first to confirm its effects. After two weeks of taking the medicine, if no effect is felt at all, we recommend changing the medicine. If an effect is felt, we suggest continuing the prescription for about 1-3 months.

Some people may think that "Kampo medicine should be taken for many years," but our Kampo doctors recommend that "for any medicine, a temporary break period should be set after about three months of use."