Hi! I'm in the process of arranging to see Dr B and have been on list 1 of the diet for the last week and a half. As of now I am taking no medications for IC, however after intercourse I take one dose of a herbal mixture from whole foods that I use to prevent UTIs. It seems to work which is why I'm scared to stop using it. It's a combination of UVA ursi, corn silk, Oregon grape root, fresh cleavers herb and hydrangea root. I don't even know what some of those are but I've heard uva ursi may not be good for IC and could irritate bladder. Also, with this tincture I take a tsp. of baking soda because it works best in alkaline urine. What is Dr B's opinion on baking soda? I take this combo about twice a week and as I said only after sex to prevent an infection.