Question

A 3-year-old child’s blood lead test result is 168.9 ug/L, and the doctor has prescribed Zhike Granules, one packet per day. I am seeking professional advice on whether there are better treatment medications or methods, as well as precautions to be taken in daily life.

Answer

The following suggestions are for your reference:

  1. Find and reduce sources of excessive lead intake by children, including recent renovations with lead-based paint at home, lead-based paint on toys, lead-containing tableware, potentially high-lead hobby foods (such as puffed snacks), and environmental pollution (such as car exhaust).
  2. Supplementing with calcium can help expel lead.
  3. Traditional Chinese medicine for expelling lead takes effect more slowly, based on my personal experience.
  4. If necessary, consider going to the hospital for intravenous lead chelation therapy.