Who should not take Lianqiao Baidu Pills

Jul 11, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Sun Lianqing
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, Lianqiao Baidu Pills, as a traditional Chinese medicine preparation, are mainly used for clearing heat, detoxifying, reducing swelling, and relieving pain. However, they are contraindicated for certain populations, including pregnant women, individuals allergic to the drug's ingredients, those with weak constitutions, patients with chronic diseases, and individuals with deficiency-cold in the spleen and stomach. To avoid unnecessary harm to the body, it is recommended to use this medication under the guidance of a qualified physician.

Generally, as a traditional Chinese medicine, Lianqiao Baidu Pills are primarily used for clearing heat, detoxifying the body, reducing swelling, and relieving pain. However, certain populations, including pregnant women, individuals allergic to the ingredients, those with weak constitutions, patients with chronic diseases, and individuals with deficiency-cold of the spleen and stomach, should not take this medication. Detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Pregnant Women: Lianqiao Baidu Pills contain traditional Chinese herbs such as rhubarb and burdock seed. Taking this medicine during pregnancy may lead to miscarriage. Therefore, pregnant women should strictly avoid using this medication.

2. Individuals Allergic to Medication Ingredients: If a patient has an allergic constitution or is allergic to any components of Lianqiao Baidu Pills, taking the medicine may cause adverse reactions such as skin itching, swelling, hives, or even severe allergic reactions like exfoliative dermatitis.

3. Individuals with Weak Constitution: Lianqiao Baidu Pills have a cooling nature and may exacerbate internal cold-dampness in individuals with weak constitutions or deficiency-cold of the spleen and stomach—particularly those who often feel cold hands and feet or suffer from indigestion—potentially leading to discomforts such as diarrhea and abdominal pain.

4. Patients with Chronic Diseases: Patients suffering from chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease should consult a physician before taking Lianqiao Baidu Pills to ensure that the medication does not interact adversely with other medications they are currently taking or worsen their existing condition.

5. Individuals with Deficiency-Cold of the Spleen and Stomach: Lianqiao Baidu Pills are bitter and cold in nature and may impair the body's yang energy. Patients with deficiency-cold of the spleen and stomach may experience worsening symptoms such as indigestion, abdominal pain, and diarrhea after taking this medicine. Therefore, this group should not take the medication.

To avoid unnecessary harm to the body, it is recommended that the medication be used under the guidance of a qualified physician. It is also important to maintain healthy lifestyle habits during treatment and avoid consuming spicy or irritating foods.