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 classified as an upper respiratory infection. If the stool is not dry, there is generally no need for Niuhuang Jiedu Pian. Taking antiviral medications and clearing lung and cooling blood drugs would be sufficient. It is recommended that you avoid taking 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 warm water appropriately and keep the room well-ventilated.