Patient's question:
My daughter is about to turn 4 years old. She has been coughing recently, and the doctor prescribed Magic Brand Loquat Cough Suppressant Granules. It states on the packaging that it is contraindicated for children, pregnant women, and lactating women. I gave her one dose, but after seeing that it is not recommended for children, I didn’t dare to give it to her again. The ingredients include loquat leaves, poppy shells, roots of adonis, asarum, mulberry bark, Platycodon root, menthol, and camphor. I would like to ask if these ingredients are safe for children under 4 years old. Thank you.Doctor's answer:
I believe your baby developed bronchitis after catching a cold, which weakened the body's immune system, allowing bacteria or viruses to enter. The clinical symptoms include coughing and phlegm. I recommend giving your baby oral azithromycin granules and ambroxol tablets, encouraging them to drink plenty of warm water, and ensuring a diet of light and easily digestible foods while avoiding spicy or irritating foods. Eating pears or drinking pear tea sweetened with rock sugar is beneficial as pears have the effect of moistening the lungs and clearing the airways. Inhalation therapy can also be considered. It's important to maintain fresh and humid indoor air, avoid the influence of smoke and dust, and pay attention to preventing colds and catching a cold to alleviate the condition. I hope my explanation is helpful to you.