Patient's question:
Cough-induced fever with runny nose. Coughing is not severe during the day but becomes intense at night.Past treatment and effectiveness: Took fever-reducing medication.
Desired help: Just want to ask if a 1-year-old child can take Niuhuang Jiedu Pian (Bezoar Powder)?
Doctor's answer:
The child's condition is a case of upper respiratory infection. If the stool is not dry, there is generally no need for Niuhuang Jiedu Pian. Taking antiviral medications and lung-cleansing, blood-cooling herbs should be sufficient. It is recommended that you do not take Niuhuang Jiedu Pian. If you want to clear heat, you can take Qingkailing. A little Zaolin Granules and Qingfei Liangxue Granules will be enough. Then, drink more hot water appropriately and keep the room well-ventilated.