i want to know whether vitamin supplements can be given with chemotherapy?my oncologist was against it,as he said it cant be given.pls advic

[ran_sav]

[kontak TeamBCI]

Doctor recommends only to have natural food and fruits - the extra supplements were not recommended. Lets see other members say

[Lamchee]

My onco adviced vitaminB supplement

[manish_vkg TeamBCI]

if its really required doctor will suggest the same...otherwise no need to take it...as such there is no restriction in taking a vitamin supplement during chemo..

[mymumma]

i was giving salmon omega(becaz we are veg), calcium (she has got osteoporosis) and vit b to my mum.. but natural fruits and veggies are the best.. u shld have fresh juices and vegetable soups.

[jitenthacker]

Yes, natural food is definitely best irrespective of the fact that you are healthy or ill. I am not a doctor but I think multivitamin & multimineral should definitely be taken by all, especially if you are undergoing chemo.

[sumeet_shah Administrator]

There is no restriction for taking any Vitamins during chemo. I am not sure why your Oncologist has advised against it, you can clarify your doubt with him.

[ran_sav in reply to sumeet_shah]

but does taking supplements help doctor?what if my hb level goes down,can i go for my chemo cycle?what is the minimum hb level is needed for chemo?

[manish_vkg TeamBCI]

ran, taking supplements like iron and folic acid will help to increase blood level....but dont take any supplement without your oncologist approval...in my wife case for chemo dr said better to have minimum 8.5...

[ran_sav in reply to manish_vkg]

thanks for reply manish