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For individuals with a constitution characterized by excess heat, experiencing symptoms such as sore throat and gum inflammation is common. Currently, it is autumn, a season prone to dryness and irritability, which can exacerbate symptoms of heart heat and agitation. Therefore, today we will discuss how to clear heat and detoxify, introducing traditional Chinese medicines that effectively clear heat and detoxify, including the fastest remedies, as well as 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: This is suitable for individuals with excessive heat toxins, such as those who often have a flushed complexion, feel hot and thirsty, or experience 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 have throat pain. This remedy 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, and soothes the spirit.
Suitable Population: Suitable for individuals with excessive fire toxins and wind-heat colds, particularly those experiencing high fever, red tongue coating, irritability, and sore throats. It is also effective for acute bronchitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and individuals with viral colds and upper respiratory infections exhibiting these symptoms. It has no significant side effects; generally, adults take 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 Jie Du Pian (Bovine Bile Detoxification Tablets)
Ingredients: Artificial Bovine Bile, Da Huang (Rhubarb), Bing Pian (Borneol), 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 excessive fire toxins, such as those experiencing canker sores, red and swollen eyes, gum swelling, and sore throats. Pregnant women should not take this medication; otherwise, it is generally taken 2-3 times a day, 3 tablets each time, with no significant side effects, but long-term use is not recommended.
4. San Huang Pian (Three Yellow Tablets)
Ingredients: The main ingredients are 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, gum swelling, irritability, constipation, sore throats, and yellow urine. However, it is contraindicated for pregnant women and patients with diabetes, hypertension, or hemolytic anemia. During treatment, other tonic Chinese herbs should not be consumed, and if diarrhea occurs, the dosage should be adjusted accordingly.
5. Pu Di Lan Xiao Yan Pian (Pudilan Anti-Inflammatory Tablets)
Ingredients: The main ingredients are 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. Generally, it is taken four times a day, 5-8 tablets each time, but caution is advised for those with a weak spleen and stomach or prone to diarrhea. During treatment, spicy foods should be avoided, and warming tonics should not be taken simultaneously.
6. Xiao Er Yan Bian Ke Li (Children’s Throat and Tonsil Granules)
Ingredients: Artificial Bovine Bile, Jin Yin Hua (Honeysuckle), Jie Geng (Platycodon), Bing Pian (Borneol), She Gan (Belamcanda), Xuan Shen (Scrophularia), Jin Guo Lan (Goldfruit), and Mai Dong (Ophiopogon).
Effects: Has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, and relieving throat pain.
Suitable Population: Suitable for children experiencing throat swelling and pain, 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 Ke Li (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 experiencing fever, headache, throat swelling, nasal congestion, cough, runny nose, and constipation due to wind-heat colds. Noticeable improvement can be seen after taking the medication, but it is not suitable for wind-cold colds. Normal dosage is three times a day, with variations based on age: under 1 year, 1/4 to 1/2 bag each time; 1-3 years, 1/2 to 1 bag each time; 3-7 years, 1 to 1.5 bags each time; 7-12 years, 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, particularly 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 eating raw and cold foods. Generally, 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 the fastest remedies. The mentioned medications are suitable for both adults and children. Adults should choose medications based on their symptoms, while parents should select appropriate medications for their children.
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