Can An Gong Niu Huang Wan be taken for heatstroke?

Generally, An Gong Niu Huang Wan may be taken in cases of heatstroke. However, if discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly. Specific analysis is as follows:

Heatstroke typically refers to an acute syndrome caused by excessive heat exposure in hot, humid, and poorly ventilated environments. An Gong Niu Huang Wan is a traditional Chinese medicine known for clearing heat, detoxifying the body, calming the mind, and restoring consciousness. Its main ingredients include bezoar, concentrated buffalo horn powder, musk, cinnabar, realgar, Coptis (Huang Lian), Scutellaria (Huang Qin), and others. It is commonly used to treat conditions such as high fever with fainting, delirium, loss of consciousness, and stroke-related coma. If a patient experiences sudden collapse and elevated body temperature after heatstroke, An Gong Niu Huang Wan may be taken under medical guidance to reduce fever, detoxify, and relieve symptoms. As An Gong Niu Huang Wan is a cold-natured medication, it is generally not recommended for patients who only exhibit symptoms like dry mouth, flushed face, and excessive sweating, to avoid causing abnormal drops in body temperature.

In daily life, avoid prolonged sun exposure and take proper sun protection measures. Additionally, increase fluid intake appropriately to maintain adequate hydration, which helps prevent heatstroke.