•Cancer
Treatment, Herbal and Nutritional Supplements
•Ask patients what they are taking before
commencing treatment
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•Urge patients to seek professional advice on diet and supplements
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•If patients are keen take a good quality
one-a-day multivitamin
and mineral; do not exceed the dose
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•Antioxidants may reduce the effectiveness of chemotherapy; avoid their use especially high
doses
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•Monitor and report any adverse interaction
through the Yellow Card
Scheme (www.mhra.gov.uk)