Is it safe to use natural health products to treat hepatitis C?
The popularity of natural health products has been on the rise in recent years, as people take a more active role in their own health. Although some products have been touted as possible treatments for the hepatitis C virus (HCV), many products have proven detrimental or harmful to those with any liver disease. Other natural health products interact with conventional medications, and can decrease or change the effectiveness of the drug. As such, persons infected with HCV should consult with their health care provider before using any natural health product. To date, no natural health product has been proven safe and effective for treating hepatitis C.