Patient's question:
Tears. Coughed, just arrived in Zhuhai from Huizhou two days ago. A few minutes after getting off the car, I'll be able to assist you in any way you need: My baby has G6PD deficiency. Now, can I give him Snakebile and Fritillaria Root Loquat Syrup? Besides this, there's no other medicine available...Doctor's answer:
Okay, the Chinese medicinal herbs contraindicated for G6PD deficiency () are: mint, camphor, naphthol, rhubarb, pearl powder, winter jasmine flower, bear bile, kui lian tea, Qili San, infant powder, Niuhuang Jiedu pills, etc.Advice: Generally, snake bile loquat liquid () contains ingredients such as snake bile, Fritillaria cirrhosa, loquat leaf extract, Poria, fishy grass, tangerine peel, Platycodon root, ginger, and licorice. The key is that the fever-reducing liquid may contain mint flavoring, which is not yet clear. It is recommended to use medication under the guidance of a doctor. Alternatively, you could first test a very small amount on the child and carefully observe for any adverse reactions before proceeding with treatment.
Doctor's inquiry: The baby has G6PD deficiency, so there's no need for the mother to be anxious. This is a hereditary condition, and there's no cure. However, when the baby takes medication, it's essential to inform the doctor first to avoid using unnecessary drugs. Additionally, this condition varies in severity. Mild cases generally do not require dietary restrictions (except for broad beans), while severe cases are best managed by consulting a doctor.