Do Naturopathic Doctors Prescribe Medication?

Naturopathic doctors are licensed to diagnose and treat disease, can perform or order diagnostic exams and tests, and can prescribe all pharmaceuticals needed in a primary care practice as well as the natural therapeutics that offer patients even more options to address their healthcare needs.

What drugs can naturopaths prescribe?

Naturopaths can write prescriptions for natural medicines such as vitamins, minerals and amino acids, as well as herbal medicines. Naturopaths use 'practitioner only' product ranges that are of the highest quality, and can only be dispensed after a consultation.

Can a naturopathic doctor prescribe antibiotics?

NDs complete rigorous education in pharmaceutical drugs during their four-year, science-based medical education and they may prescribe medications when indicated as allowed by state regulations. However, naturopathic doctors typically don't prescribe drugs at the first sign of symptoms or trouble.