How long is a course of treatment for Zhibai Dihuang Pills?
Disease description:
I often sweat at night, have a severe cough, and sometimes develop a fever. I would like to ask the doctor how long a course of treatment with Zhibai Dihuang Pills usually lasts?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
Under normal circumstances, a course of treatment lasts 2 to 4 weeks, but may be extended or shortened depending on the specific situation.
1. General conditions: Zhibai Dihuang Pills are mainly used to treat symptoms such as yin deficiency with fire hyperactivity. For patients with mild yin deficiency, treatment effects may generally be observed within about two weeks; whereas patients with severe yin deficiency might require a longer treatment duration, such as four courses (each course lasting 2–4 weeks), before experiencing therapeutic effects.
2. Individual differences: Due to variations in individual conditions and physical constitutions among patients, responses to the medication may differ. Therefore, the duration of treatment with Zhibai Dihuang Pills is not fixed. Patients should determine the appropriate treatment duration under a physician's guidance, based on their specific condition and response to the medication.
3. Precautions: During the use of Zhibai Dihuang Pills, patients should attend follow-up appointments on schedule, so that the physician can adjust the treatment plan according to changes in the condition. At the same time, patients should avoid increasing the dosage on their own to prevent adverse reactions such as abnormal kidney function, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.
