Weaning off abx and starting Cowden - advice please

Hi folks!

Those who are aware of my story know that my LLMD thought it was time for me to go off abx and I was given a choice of 3 herbal protocols to start next month.

He wanted me to go off abx cold-turkey but, I convinced him to let me wean off.

I've decided to go with the Cowden protocol mostly because it seems the easiest. Since I'm already juggling 4 pillminders for my supplements and thyroid meds, I like the idea of the chart included with the Cowden protocol that allows you to keep track of what you should be taking when.

The protocol provides for 3 days of only detox tinctures and then the slow addition of rotating anti-microbials followed by the addition of other detox tinctures as well as serrapeptase (cyst/biofilm buster)

I've ordered the detox tinctures already with the intention of starting them next week while I continue with my ABX. Do you guys agree with this idea?

Also, can anyone provide any advice about weaning off ABX? I'm currently takine 1000mg amox TID and 150mg Doryx (delayed-release doxy) once/day.

And, any suggestions re starting Cowden? (the protocol does provide advice in the event of a herx (up detox and skip an anti-microbial dose if herx symptoms still exist by the time of the next dose)

I recognize that I'm at risk for herxing since I most likely have cyst forms due to taking doxy for awhile. Of course, biofilms might be present as well. I have only slight symptoms right now - occasional poking and/or buzzing sensations mostly in my legs.

Thanks to all who post!

I think it's a good idea to start the detox supplements while you wean off. If you are herxing too much from the Cowden, I would say to do a few extra days of just the detox supplements-- Like if the day 4 onward is too much at once. I've found the burbur to be the most helpful for herxes.