Can pregnant women take Pneumonia-Relieving Loquat Syrup?
May 26, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
The instructions for Powerful Loquat Syrup clearly state that children, pregnant women, nursing women, and patients with diabetes are contraindicated, primarily due to risks associated with the medication's ingredients for these special populations. The main components of Powerful Loquat Syrup include poppy shell, loquat leaf, and stemonae radix, among others. Notably, poppy shell contains opioid substances such as morphine and codeine.
Generally, pregnant women should not take Qiangli Loquat Syrup, as analyzed below:
The instructions for Qiangli Loquat Syrup clearly state that children, pregnant women, lactating women, and patients with diabetes are contraindicated, mainly due to risks associated with the drug's components in these special populations. The main ingredients of Qiangli Loquat Syrup include poppy shell, loquat leaf, and stemona root, among others. Notably, poppy shell contains opioid substances such as morphine and codeine. These components may cross the placental barrier and enter the fetal circulation, potentially causing fetal respiratory depression, abnormal neurological development, or risk of drug dependence. Even if the content is low, exposure during pregnancy should be avoided.
In addition, poppy shell may cause dependency in pregnant women, and long-term use can lead to irreversible harm to both the mother and the fetus. When pregnant women experience cough symptoms during pregnancy, non-pharmacological treatment measures should be prioritized, such as maintaining good indoor air circulation, drinking plenty of water, and avoiding smoking.
If symptoms persist or worsen, medical attention should be sought promptly, and medications considered safe and effective should be selected under a physician's guidance.
