Is it safe to take herbal medicines or traditional Chinese medicines if I have hep C? It depends on the medicine. But you should always talk to your doctor first, because some of these medicines can harm your liver. If you are taking direct-acting antivirals (DAAs) for hepatitis C, some herbal medicines can mix with it. This can be harmful. You might see some people on the internet who say medicines like herbal medicines or traditional Chinese medicine help with hepatitis C. But there is no science that says these medicines help. Find out more about treatment for hepatitis C References Can herbs or natural remedies treat hepatitis C? Healthline. Updated 14 March 2023 Manage Cookie Preferences