When can children start taking *Sedum sarmentosum* (creeping stonecrop)?

It is generally recommended that children under the guidance of a doctor can take Sedum sarmentosum (also known as "Chui Pen Cao") if they are over 3 years old. The detailed explanation is as follows:

Infants and young children under 3 years old have immature physical development and weaker liver and kidney functions. As a bitter and cold herbal medicine, Sedum sarmentosum may stimulate the stomach and spleen if taken arbitrarily, leading to discomforts such as diarrhea and vomiting. Additionally, infants have poor drug tolerance and it is difficult to accurately control the dosage, which poses medication risks. Therefore, it is not recommended for children under 3 years old to take Sedum sarmentosum.

If children aged 3 years or older require treatment due to medical conditions, after a professional doctor's diagnosis confirms that they fit the applicable syndromes of Sedum sarmentosum, such as damp-heat jaundice or abscesses with swelling and toxicity, they may take it under the strict guidance of a doctor, with appropriate dosage adjustments based on age and weight. At this stage, the children's physical functions are relatively mature, and their tolerance to medication is slightly stronger, but their response to medication should still be closely monitored.

When administering Sedum sarmentosum to children, it must be done only after a professional doctor's diagnosis. The dosage and treatment duration must strictly follow medical advice. During medication, closely observe whether the child experiences any adverse symptoms, and if any abnormalities occur, discontinue the medication immediately and consult a doctor.