Question
Can a 10-month-old baby take red yeast rice granules?
Answer
In cases where the baby is crying persistently and showing a decrease in appetite, red yeast rice granules can be an option as an antibacterial and anti-inflammatory medication. However, due to the baby’s young age, extra caution is needed when using such medications. Before deciding to give the baby red yeast rice granules, parents should consult with a doctor and follow professional advice. Additionally, ensuring the baby drinks enough water to thin out mucus, as well as using some traditional Chinese medicine preparations that moisten the lungs and resolve phlegm and coughs, such as Houttuynia granules, may also help improve symptoms. Parents should monitor their baby’s condition and seek medical treatment promptly to ensure healthy growth.