Can children take the adult Cold Ling Granules?
My child has some symptoms of a common cold. At home, we have Ganmaoling Granules intended for adults. I was wondering if it would be okay to give them to the child? Would there be any problems?
Doctor's answer (1)
Generally, it is not recommended to give adult cold medicine granules to children.
Cold medicine granules are a common type of patent Chinese medicine, primarily used to relieve symptoms caused by colds such as headache, fever, cough, and nasal congestion. Their main ingredients include paracetamol, chlorpheniramine maleate, and certain herbal components such as honeysuckle and forsythia, which have effects of clearing heat and detoxifying. However, these ingredients may cause different reactions in people of different age groups. Children's body functions have not fully developed, and their ability to metabolize and excrete medications is relatively weak, which may lead to adverse effects such as increased burden on the liver and kidneys, or even damage. Therefore, extra caution should be exercised when using adult medications.
Parents are advised to choose cold medicines specifically designed for children when their child has a cold. These medicines are carefully formulated according to children's physiological characteristics, with adjusted ingredients and dosages, making them safer and more effective for treating colds in children. If parents have any doubts about selecting medications, they should promptly consult a doctor or pharmacist for advice.
