What medications should not be taken with Lianhua Qingwen?

Generally, the common dosage forms of Lianhua Qingwen include Lianhua Qingwen Granules, Lianhua Qingwen Tablets, and Lianhua Qingwen Capsules. When taking Lianhua Qingwen, it should not be taken concurrently with certain medications such as Shuanghuanglian Oral Liquid, Shufeng Jiedu Capsules, Ibuprofen Capsules, Cyclosporine Capsules, or Warfarin Sodium Tablets. If any discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek immediate medical attention. Detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Shuanghuanglian Oral Liquid

Shuanghuanglian Oral Liquid, like Lianhua Qingwen, is a traditional Chinese medicine with heat-clearing and detoxifying effects. Taking them together may lead to overlapping effects and potentially cause adverse drug reactions.

2. Shufeng Jiedu Capsules

Shufeng Jiedu Capsules and Lianhua Qingwen both have fever-reducing effects. Taking them together may intensify the effects, potentially causing side effects such as nausea and vomiting.

3. Ibuprofen Capsules

Ibuprofen Capsules are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used for fever reduction and pain relief. Concurrent use with Lianhua Qingwen may cause a rapid drop in body temperature within a short period, which may be detrimental to recovery.

4. Cyclosporine Capsules

Cyclosporine Capsules are immunosuppressive agents, while Lianhua Qingwen has certain immunomodulatory effects. Taking them together may result in interactions that affect treatment efficacy.

5. Warfarin Sodium Tablets

Warfarin Sodium Tablets are anticoagulant medications, while Lianhua Qingwen has antiplatelet aggregation effects. Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding.

Patients are advised to use medications rationally under a doctor's guidance, avoiding self-medication or adjusting dosages independently to ensure medication safety.