Can children take Isatis root when they have a cold?

Isatis root has become a common medicine in households, mainly because it has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying. Therefore, drinking isatis root regularly in the hot summer can effectively prevent heatstroke. There are also many people who will take Isatis root after catching a cold, among which children are a high-risk group for colds. Children should not use medicines randomly after catching a cold, otherwise it will cause secondary damage to the child's body. So can children drink Isatis root when they catch a cold?

Children can take Isatis root granules. Isatis root granules are a medicine that clears away heat, detoxifies, and relieves throat pain. Mainly used to treat sore throat conditions. As long as this medicine is taken for the right symptoms, there are no side effects. It can be used if you have a sore throat. If your runny nose and stuffy nose are caused by a cold, do not take this medicine.

Isatis root granules are a traditional Chinese medicine for treating colds. According to traditional Chinese medicine, it has the effects of clearing away heat and detoxifying, cooling blood and relieving sore throat. According to Western medicine, it has antibacterial and antiviral effects. Generally, the side effects of traditional Chinese medicines are relatively small, and children can take them safely. However, the efficacy of Chinese patent medicine is relatively slow and is generally suitable for mild colds. For severe colds, it is best to take it together with other medicines. Therefore, children can take Isatis root granules when their cold is not very severe. The side effects of Chinese patent medicine are very small, it is relatively safe to take, and the dosage is not particularly strict. Children can take half a packet or a whole packet at a time.

Children can take this medicine, it’s okay. This medicine is quite effective for common colds. Take half a pack at a time, three times a day; if you feel that the effect of this medicine is not good, you can take Shuanghuanglian oral liquid, which is better. Take half a pack at a time, three times a day. In addition, if children have a cold, they must drink more boiled water, so that the cold will heal much faster.