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What does Niu Huang Jie Du Pian do?

Niu Huang Jie Du Pian is a Chinese Medicinal Formula that is utilized to treat patients with acute inflammation caused by infection. Specifically, mouth and tongue ulcers, sore throat, earaches, conjunctivitis, toothaches, and headaches associated with strong fire. It has been utilized to treat constipation caused by excessive heat not associated with a Yin deficiency. When fever and sore throat are present, it has been used to treat seasonal febrile disease at its early stages. It is also used to treat boils and other skin inflections.

Should my health care professional be advised before I take Niu Huang Jie Du Pian?

It is always good to keep your health care practitioner updated on medications, herbals, supplements or other therapies you may be participating in. They should be consulted first if you have any of these conditions, as Niu Huang Jie Du Pian usage may be contraindicated: Pregnant or trying to get pregnant (Do not use- may cause miscarriage) If you are suffering from diarrhea (contraindicated) If you have been diagnosed with a deficiency of the Spleen (contraindicated) If you are Breast-feeding (contraindicated) A tendency towards allergic reactions to other medicines, herbs, foods, dyes, or preservatives.

Are there other times my health care professional needs to be advised before I take Niu Huang Jie Du Pian?

They should be consulted first if you: If you plan to administer this formula to a child.

How should I take this formula?

Take Niu Huang Jie Du Pian tablets by mouth. Swallow with a large drink of water.

What should the dosage be?

Dosages are usually based on the individual, severity of the symptoms and the type of problem. This formula is should not be considered for long term usage. Generally, 2 tablets 2-4x daily

What other medicines may interact with Niu Huang Jie Du Pian?

Unknown

What side effects may I notice from taking Niu Huang Jie Du Pian?

If you experience any side effects, stop usage immediately and report them to your health care professional. Unknown Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (stop usage and report it to your health care professional if they are continuing or bothersome): Diarrhea / loose stools (lower the dosage immediately or stop using)

What do I need to watch out for with Niu Huang Jie Du Pian?

There are many different brands of Chinese patent medicines/formulas and, as with medicinal herbs, care should be taken with purchasing. Incorrectly labeled products and/or the presence of contaminants, adulterations, or substitutions have all been reported in conjunction with Chinese patent medicines. Contaminants s.c. as heavy metals and/or substitutions with pharmaceutical drugs (over the counter and prescription) are a serious health hazard. Use of known, recommended brands may reduce this possibility. See "Chinese Patent Medicines: Warning" Niu Huang Jie Du Pian should only be used in cases of inflammation (excess Fire). It should never be utilized in cases of deficiency especially of the spleen where there is diarrhea or loose stools.

Where can I keep my herbal product?

Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open. Store at room temperature between 15 and 30°C (59 and 86°F) unless otherwise specified. If there is an expiration date listed on the herbal product, throw away the unused portion after the expiration date

Can you tell me a little more about Niu Huang Jie Du Pian?

Niu Huang Jie Pian is a Chinese Medicine whose formula was first listed in "Differentiation Standards from the Volume on Gynecology and Pediatrics" (Bian Zheng Zhun Sheng Fu Yu Ji) which dates back to the Ming Dynasty, 1368 to 1644AD. It is thought to act as a broad spectrum antibiotic and is used in cases of acute inflammation. This action is not clinically proven.

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