•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)