How long can Niuhuang Jiedu Pills be taken?

Jan 22, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. He Haochen

Introduction

In general, Niuhuang Jiedu Pills can be taken for 3 to 7 days. It is recommended to follow a doctor's instructions when using this medication. If any adverse reactions occur during use, medical attention should be sought promptly. While taking Niuhuang Jiedu Pills, patients are advised to adjust their diet by eating more vegetables and fruits, avoiding spicy, stimulating, and greasy foods, drinking plenty of water, and engaging in appropriate physical exercise.

Generally, Niuhuang Jiedu Pills can be taken for 3 to 7 days. It is recommended to follow medical advice when using this medication. If any adverse physical reactions occur during use, prompt medical attention is advised. Specific analysis is as follows:

Niuhuang Jiedu Pill is a traditional Chinese patent medicine primarily composed of artificial bezoar, realgar, gypsum, rhubarb, Scutellaria baicalensis, platycodon, and other ingredients. It has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, dispersing wind, and reducing swelling. It is used to treat conditions such as mouth or nasal ulcers, swollen gums, red eyes, and sore throat. Typically, symptoms will significantly improve within 3 to 5 days of taking Niuhuang Jiedu Pills. In cases of severe symptoms, the medication may be taken under a doctor's guidance for up to 7 days. However, it is generally not recommended to exceed 7 days of use. This is because the pill contains realgar, whose main component is arsenic trisulfide. Long-term use may lead to chronic arsenic poisoning. Additionally, due to the cold and cooling nature of the medicine, prolonged use could cause gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain and diarrhea. Therefore, it is essential to strictly follow medical instructions when taking this medication.

During treatment with Niuhuang Jiedu Pills, patients are advised to adjust their dietary habits—such as eating more vegetables and fruits, reducing intake of spicy, stimulating, and greasy foods, drinking plenty of water, and engaging in appropriate physical exercise—to enhance metabolism and promote toxin elimination.

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What are the symptoms of pharyngitis?

In general, symptoms of pharyngitis include dryness, sore throat, foreign body sensation in the throat, cough, and difficulty swallowing. If symptoms of pharyngitis occur, medications such as amoxicillin capsules, Niuhuang Jiedu Pills, and Huanglian Shangqing Tablets may be used under medical guidance. Meanwhile, during medication, it is advisable to avoid spicy and irritating foods such as Sichuan pepper, chili peppers, and mustard, so as not to affect the drug's efficacy.