Question
Can children take cold medicine and Shuang Huang Lian Oral Liquid together?
Answer
If the cold is caused by catching a cold, it is sufficient to take the cold medicine alone; there is no need to also take Shuang Huang Lian Oral Liquid. Shuang Huang Lian Oral Liquid is mainly used for treating wind-heat type colds, which include symptoms such as yellowish nasal discharge, fever, sore throat, and cough. More is not always better; medications have certain side effects, and it’s best to take as little as possible or none at all. If the cold is severe, it is recommended to take the medication according to the instructions on the package insert.