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Replies to "Has anyone tried Dr. Sinatra’s four supplements in lieu of the Metropolol and Eliquis? Both drugs..."
I had itching an diarrhea with Eliquis and I need a better solution also.
@mannism & @mrsbirns Please be VERY CAUTIOUS about ordering any supplements online to replace proven and prescribed medications. If you are having difficulty with prescribed medications, please reach out to the prescriber, and if you do not get satisfaction, find a new doctor. There are alternatives to most medications. Many will have some side effects, but the decision must be whether the benefits outweigh the negatives.
There are ZERO independent, peer reviewed studies of the Dr Sinatra's regimen being safe and effective in place of prescribed meds. Only ads and promotions by his "Healthy Directions" company. There are also a number of reports on the internet indicating problems with delivery, getting the right product, or being able to cancel.
There are studies showing that some supplements help with some medical conditions, and can improve your health. The problem is that they are not regulated by the FDA, and manufacturers can make all sorts of unsupported or even false claims. If you decide to try a regimen of supplements, you need to get completely educated first on what each ingredient does and how they interact. Supplements are not necessarily benign or safe for everyone.
Have you considered finding a local functional medicine doctor who will help you create a total healthy lifestyle program, which minimizes the number and dose of medication, and possible replaces some with exercise, diet, supplements and close monitoring?
Sue