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The child doesn't panic when they catch a cold! Uncover the usage of seven traditional Chinese patent medicines and simple preparations

2026-01-13   

In the high incidence season of children's influenza, when children have fever, cough and other symptoms, they need to choose medicines based on syndrome differentiation in the face of a variety of traditional Chinese patent medicines and simple preparations. Today, we will make an inventory of seven commonly used traditional Chinese patent medicines and simple preparations for colds. Parents are advised to consult a pediatrician or pharmacist before giving drugs to their children. The efficacy of Xiao'er Jiebiao Oral Liquid is mainly composed of honeysuckle, forsythia suspensa, dandelion, burdock seed, windbreak, Scutellaria baicalensis, perilla leaves, catnip, kudzu root, bezoar, etc. It can promote lung function, relieve external heat, clear heat and detoxify. Treating colds caused by external wind heat in children, symptoms include chills, fever, headache, cough, nasal congestion, runny nose, and sore throat. Medication tips are applicable to the early stages of a cold, and refer to Western medicine for diagnosis of upper respiratory tract infections. Not suitable for people with wind cold and cold, avoid eating spicy, raw and cold foods; Allergens are prohibited. The efficacy of Jinhua Qinggan Granules is mainly composed of honeysuckle, gypsum, ephedra, bitter almonds, Scutellaria baicalensis, Forsythia suspensa, Fritillaria thunbergii, Anemarrhena chinensis, burdock root, mint, licorice, etc. Compared with the pediatric Jiebiao oral liquid, the addition of the ingredient "Maxing Shigan Tang" has a stronger effect of clearing heat and promoting lung function, which can dispel wind and promote lung function, clear heat and detoxify. Indicating fever, sore throat, nasal congestion, runny nose, cough, and phlegm caused by external pathogenic factors. The medication instructions are applicable for the diagnosis of acute upper respiratory tract infections, bronchitis, etc. Meanwhile, individuals with hypertension and heart failure should use caution; Avoid spicy and greasy foods when taking medication. The efficacy of Xiao'er Feire Kechuan Granules is mainly composed of ephedra, bitter almond, gypsum, licorice, honeysuckle, forsythia suspensa, Anemarrhena, Scutellaria baicalensis, Radix Isatidis, Ophiopogon japonicus, Houttuynia cordata, etc. It is also modified with "Maxing Shigan Tang" as the base formula. Compared to Jinhua Qinggan Granules, it has a stronger lung clearing and cough relieving effect, which can clear lung fire, relieve cough and asthma, clear heat and detoxify. Indicating wind heat type and phlegm heat type cough, symptoms include fever, cough with excessive phlegm, chest tightness and shortness of breath. Medication tips are applicable to Western medicine for bronchitis, pneumonia, bronchopneumonia, etc; Use with caution for individuals with wind cold cough; Allergens are prohibited. The efficacy of Lianhua Qingwen Granules is mainly composed of Forsythia suspensa, honeysuckle, ephedra (roasted), bitter almonds (fried), gypsum, Isatis indigotica, Mianma Guanzhong, Houttuynia cordata, patchouli, rhubarb, Rhodiola rosea, menthol, licorice, etc. Balancing the functions of clearing the exterior and interior, clearing the plague and detoxifying, and promoting lung circulation and heat release. The treatment for influenza belongs to the syndrome of heat toxin attacking the lungs, with symptoms including fever, high fever, chills, and muscle soreness. Medication tips are better for respiratory tract infection caused by coughing and spitting thick sputum. At the same time, it has righting ingredients such as rhodiola, which is suitable for western medicine such as influenza. Not suitable for wind cold and cold. The efficacy of Qinxiang Qingjie Oral Liquid is mainly composed of Scutellaria baicalensis, Pogostemon patchouli, Isatis indigotica, Cicada molt, Gypsum, Pueraria lobata, etc. It can not only relieve external heat but also have a heat clearing effect. At the same time, adding herbs such as Huoxiang can clear pathogenic heat, detoxify the throat, and promote bowel movements. The treatment for pediatric influenza belongs to the syndrome of both exterior and interior heat, with symptoms including fever, nasal congestion, runny nose, cough, sore throat, constipation, thirst and irritability. Medication reminder: This medicine also has certain therapeutic effects on children with external wind and heat and those who do not want to eat. Be aware that mild vomiting and diarrhea may occur after taking the medication. It is recommended to take it half an hour after meals. The efficacy of Lanqin oral liquid is composed of Radix Isatidis, Scutellaria baicalensis, Gardenia jasminoides, Phellodendron amurense, and Pangdahai. It has the effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, and reducing swelling in the throat. The treatment for pediatric influenza belongs to wind heat syndrome and lung stomach solid heat syndrome, with symptoms including fever, sore throat, dry mouth, and thick yellow phlegm. Medication tips are more effective for patients with external wind heat, especially those with obvious sore throat, and are suitable for Western medicine acute pharyngitis, acute tonsillitis, etc. Do not use for people with wind cold and cold; Use with caution in patients with spleen deficiency and diarrhea; Mild diarrhea may occur after taking medication, it is recommended to take it after meals; Avoid spicy and fishy foods. The efficacy of Xiao'er Chiqiao Qingre Granules is composed of Forsythia suspensa, light fermented black beans, mint, catnip, gardenia (stir fried), rhubarb, artemisia annua, red peony, betel nut, magnolia bark, Scutellaria baicalensis, Pinellia ternata, etc. It mainly has the effects of dispelling wind and relieving surface heat, clearing heat and promoting stagnation. The treatment for pediatric influenza belongs to the wind heat cold stagnation syndrome, with symptoms including fever, cough, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat, dizziness, thirst, abdominal distension, constipation or sour stool, and jaundice. Medication tips are suitable for children with wind heat cold accompanied by constipation, or for children with upper respiratory tract infections accompanied by bloating and constipation. Not suitable for people with wind cold and cold; Use with caution for individuals with spleen deficiency who are prone to diarrhea; During the medication period, avoid eating spicy, raw, cold, and greasy foods; People with allergies should use with caution; If the symptoms do not improve after three days of medication, seek medical attention promptly. Wen/Zhao Qiyuan (Shunyi Women and Children's Center, Beijing Children's Hospital) (New Press)

Edit:Wang Shu Ying Responsible editor:Li Jie

Source:Beijing Youth Daily

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