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For individuals with a constitution of excess heat, experiencing symptoms such as sore throat and gum inflammation is common. Currently, it is autumn, a time when the weather is dry and irritability can easily arise. Therefore, today we will discuss how to clear heat and detoxify, introducing traditional Chinese medicines that are effective for clearing heat and detoxification, including those suitable for adults and children.
What are the Traditional Chinese Medicines for Clearing Heat and Detoxification?
1. Qingre Jiedu Soft Capsules
Ingredients: The main ingredients are Jin Yin Hua (Honeysuckle), Ban Lan Gen (Isatis Root), Huang Qin (Scutellaria), Mai Dong (Ophiopogon), Xuan Shen (Scrophularia), Lian Qiao (Forsythia), Long Dan (Gentiana), Di Huang (Rehmannia), Shi Gao (Gypsum), Tian Di Ding (Sweet Herb), Zhi Mu (Anemarrhena), and Zhi Zi (Gardenia).
Effects: The primary effect is to clear heat and detoxify.
Suitable Population: It is suitable for individuals with excessive heat toxins, such as those who often have a flushed complexion, irritability, thirst, and sore throats. Taking Qingre Jiedu Soft Capsules can yield good results quickly. It is also effective for individuals with colds or upper respiratory infections who experience sore throats. This medicine is particularly suitable for wind-heat colds but not for wind-cold colds.
2. Qing Kai Ling Granules
Ingredients: Ban Lan Gen (Isatis Root), Zhen Zhu Mu (Mother of Pearl), Jin Yin Hua (Honeysuckle), Zhi Zi (Gardenia), Shui Niu Jiao (Water Buffalo Horn), Huang Qin (Scutellaria), Bile Acid, and Deoxycholic Acid.
Effects: Clears heat and detoxifies, reduces swelling, calms the mind.
Suitable Population: Suitable for individuals with strong fire toxins and wind-heat colds, especially those with persistent high fever, red tongue coating, irritability, and sore throats. It is also effective for acute bronchitis, pharyngitis, and tonsillitis, as well as viral colds and upper respiratory infections with these symptoms. It has no significant side effects; generally, adults take it 2-3 times a day, 1-2 bags each time, and it can also be taken by children, but the dosage should be reduced, and specific dosages should be consulted with a professional physician.
3. Niu Huang Jiedu Pian (Bovine Bile Detoxification Tablets)
Ingredients: Artificial Bovine Bile, Da Huang (Rhubarb), Bing Pian (Menthol), Xiong Huang (Realgar), Jie Geng (Platycodon), Da Huang (Rhubarb), Gan Cao (Licorice), and Shi Gao (Gypsum).
Effects: The primary effect is to clear heat and detoxify.
Suitable Population: Suitable for individuals with strong fire toxins, such as those experiencing canker sores, red and painful eyes, swollen gums, and sore throats. Pregnant women should not take this medicine. For others, the general dosage is 2-3 times a day, 3 tablets each time. It has no significant side effects, but long-term use is not recommended.
4. San Huang Pian (Three Yellow Tablets)
Ingredients: Huang Qin (Scutellaria), Da Huang (Rhubarb), and Berberine Hydrochloride.
Effects: Clears heat, drains fire, detoxifies, and promotes bowel movements.
Suitable Population: Suitable for individuals with a series of symptoms related to internal heat, such as canker sores, swollen gums, irritability, constipation, sore throats, and yellow urine. Pregnant women should avoid this medicine, as well as patients with diabetes, hypertension, and hemolytic anemia. During treatment, avoid other tonic Chinese herbs, and if diarrhea occurs, the dosage should be adjusted accordingly.
5. Pu Di Lan Xiao Yan Pian (Pu Di Lan Anti-Inflammatory Tablets)
Ingredients: Ban Lan Gen (Isatis Root), Huang Qin (Scutellaria), Ku Di Ding (Bitter Herb), and Pu Gong Ying (Dandelion).
Effects: Clears heat and detoxifies, benefits the throat, reduces swelling, and alleviates inflammation.
Suitable Population: Suitable for individuals with heat symptoms, tonsillitis, and pharyngitis, and can also treat boils. However, if there are signs of pus in the tonsils, high fever, or severe localized softening and pus formation, it is recommended to seek medical attention. The usual dosage is 4 times a day, 5-8 tablets each time. If the individual has a weak spleen and stomach or is prone to diarrhea, this medicine should be used with caution. During treatment, avoid spicy foods and do not take warming tonics simultaneously.
6. Xiao Er Yan Pian Granules (Children’s Throat and Tonsil Granules)
Ingredients: Artificial Bovine Bile, Jin Yin Hua (Honeysuckle), Jie Geng (Platycodon), Bing Pian (Menthol), She Gan (Belamcanda), Xuan Shen (Scrophularia), Jin Guo Lan (Goldfruit), and Mai Dong (Ophiopogon).
Effects: Clears heat and detoxifies, benefits the throat, and alleviates pain.
Suitable Population: Suitable for children experiencing throat swelling, cough with thick phlegm due to lung heat (not suitable for wind-cold colds with clear nasal discharge and white phlegm), canker sores, and tonsillitis. It is very effective for children’s acute pharyngitis and tonsillitis. Dosage: For ages 1-2, 4 grams each time, twice a day; for ages 3-5, 4 grams each time, three times a day; for ages 6-14, 8 grams each time, two to three times a day.
7. Xiao Er Re Su Qing Granules (Children’s Heat Relief Granules)
Ingredients: Ban Lan Gen (Isatis Root), Lian Qiao (Forsythia), Jin Yin Hua (Honeysuckle), Chai Hu (Bupleurum), Da Huang (Rhubarb), Ge Gen (Pueraria), Shui Niu Jiao (Water Buffalo Horn), and Huang Qin (Scutellaria).
Effects: Clears heat and detoxifies, benefits the throat, reduces swelling, and alleviates pain.
Suitable Population: Suitable for children with fever, headache, throat swelling, nasal congestion, cough, runny nose, and constipation due to wind-heat colds. Noticeable improvement can be seen after taking the medicine, but it is not suitable for wind-cold colds. The usual dosage is three times a day, with variations based on age: for under 1 year, 1/4 to 1/2 bag each time; for ages 1-3, 1/2 to 1 bag each time; for ages 3-7, 1 to 1.5 bags each time; for ages 7-12, 1.5 to 2 bags each time.
8. Xiao Er Jie Biao Oral Liquid (Children’s Exterior Releasing Oral Liquid)
Ingredients: Lian Qiao (Forsythia), Niu Huang (Bovine Bile), Huang Qin (Scutellaria), Zi Su Ye (Perilla Leaf), Jin Yin Hua (Honeysuckle), Pu Gong Ying (Dandelion), Ge Gen (Pueraria), Chao Niu Bang Zi (Fried Burdock Seed), and Jing Jie (Schizonepeta).
Effects: The primary effects are to clear heat and detoxify, promote lung function, benefit the throat, reduce swelling, and release the exterior.
Suitable Population: Suitable for children, effective for wind-heat colds, alleviating symptoms such as fever, headache, nasal congestion, sore throat, and cough. Not suitable for wind-cold colds. During treatment, avoid cold foods; the usual dosage is for ages 1-2, twice a day, 5 ml each time; for ages 3-5, three times a day, 5 ml each time; for ages 6-14, 2-3 times a day, 10 ml each time.
Conclusion: We have introduced several traditional Chinese medicines for clearing heat and detoxification, including those suitable for both adults and children. Adults should choose the appropriate medicine based on their symptoms or those of their children.
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