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For individuals with a constitution prone to excess heat, experiencing symptoms like sore throat and gum inflammation is common. As we are currently in autumn, a season characterized by dry and irritable weather, symptoms of heart heat and irritability are more likely to occur. Therefore, today we will discuss how to clear heat and detoxify, introducing various traditional Chinese medicines (TCM) 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 include 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 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), Chen Pi (Tangerine Peel), and Pig Deoxycholic Acid.
Effects: Clears heat and detoxifies, reduces swelling, calms the mind, and soothes the spirit.
Suitable Population: Suitable for those with excessive fire toxins and wind-heat colds, particularly effective for high fever, red tongue coating, irritability, and sore throats. It can also be used for acute bronchitis, pharyngitis, and tonsillitis, as well as for individuals with viral colds and upper respiratory infections exhibiting these symptoms. 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 (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 those with excessive fire toxins, effective for symptoms such as canker sores, red and swollen eyes, gum swelling, and sore throats. Pregnant women should not take this medicine; 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: Huang Qin (Scutellaria), Da Huang (Rhubarb), and Berberine Hydrochloride.
Effects: Clears heat, drains fire, detoxifies, and promotes bowel movements.
Suitable Population: Suitable for 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, avoid other tonic herbs, and if experiencing increased bowel movements and loose stools, the dosage should be adjusted accordingly.
5. Pu Di Lan Xiao Yan Pian (Pudilan 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 those with excessive heat, 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 spleen and stomach deficiency and diarrhea. 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 (Golden Olive), and Mai Dong (Ophiopogon).
Effects: Clears heat and detoxifies, benefits the throat, and alleviates pain.
Suitable Population: Suitable for children with throat swelling and cough with thick phlegm due to lung heat (not suitable for wind-cold colds with clear nasal discharge and white phlegm), can effectively treat acute pharyngitis and tonsillitis in children. 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, sore throat, 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. 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, 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. 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 various traditional Chinese medicines for clearing heat and detoxification, including those 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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