Can children take loquat syrup?

Generally speaking, children can take the medication when the medical indications are met and the prescription instructions are strictly followed. However, if the child's condition is severe or the child is very young, it is not recommended. Detailed explanations are as follows:

Pipa gao (loquat syrup) consists of multiple traditional Chinese medicinal ingredients, including Sichuan Fritillary Bulb (Chuan Beimu), Loquat Leaf (Pipa Ye), South Sand Root (Nansha Shen), Poria (Fuling), and others. It has effects of moistening the lungs, resolving phlegm, relieving cough and asthma, and protecting the throat. If a child experiences symptoms such as coughing, thick phlegm, dry and itchy throat, and these symptoms are caused by factors such as wind-heat invading the lungs or internal phlegm-heat obstruction, pipa gao may be taken under a doctor's guidance, according to the child's specific condition, age, weight, and other factors.

Children under six years old generally have immature digestive and immune systems and may be more sensitive to medications. Therefore, unless explicitly directed by a doctor, it is not recommended to administer Pi Pa Gao (Pipa syrup) from Nianci'an to children under six years old at will, to avoid adverse reactions or allergies. If a child's condition is severe—for example, presenting high fever, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, or other symptoms—prompt medical attention should be sought rather than self-administering pipa gao.

In daily life, maintaining fresh indoor air and avoiding exposure to smoke and dust can help reduce the occurrence of respiratory problems in children.