What medications can I take for a cold during breastfeeding?

Generally, when a woman catches a cold during lactation, she should be particularly cautious when choosing medications. She may take certain drugs under the guidance of a professional physician, such as Pudi Lan Xiao Yan Oral Liquid (Prunella and Indigo Leaf Anti-inflammatory Oral Solution), Honey-Processed Sichuan Fritillary Loquat Syrup, Xiao Chai Hu Granules (Minor Bupleurum Granules), Ban Lan Gen Granules (Isatis Root Granules), and Gan Mao Qing Re Granules (Common Cold-Relieving Heat-Clearing Granules) to alleviate symptoms. If symptoms persist or worsen, prompt medical treatment at a formal hospital is recommended. Detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Pudi Lan Xiao Yan Oral Liquid: This is a traditional Chinese patent medicine with functions of clearing heat and detoxifying, as well as anti-inflammatory and swelling-reducing effects. It can be used to treat tonsillitis, pharyngitis, and other symptoms caused by the common cold.

2. Honey-Processed Sichuan Fritillary Loquat Syrup: This syrup contains ingredients such as Sichuan fritillary bulb and loquat leaf, and has effects of moistening the lungs, relieving cough, resolving phlegm, and alleviating asthma. It is suitable for relieving cough and excessive phlegm caused by the common cold.

3. Xiao Chai Hu Granules: As a harmonizing formula, these granules have effects of resolving exterior syndromes, clearing heat, soothing the liver, and harmonizing the stomach. They can be used to alleviate fever, headache, and other symptoms caused by the common cold.

4. Ban Lan Gen Granules: This is a traditional Chinese patent medicine primarily used for clearing heat and detoxifying, cooling the blood, and benefiting the throat. It has certain alleviating effects on symptoms such as sore throat and cough.

5. Gan Mao Qing Re Granules: The main ingredients of this granule formulation include Schizonepeta spike, mint, and Siler root, and it functions to dispel wind and cold, resolve exterior syndromes, and clear internal heat. It is suitable for lactating women suffering from colds accompanied by symptoms such as chills, body aches, clear nasal discharge, dry throat, and cough.

During lactation, attention should be paid to physical conditioning, timely clothing adjustments to avoid catching a chill, and maintaining a balanced diet. Excessive dietary preferences or overeating should be avoided, as they are detrimental to overall health.