What are the Chinese medicinal materials for treating pneumonia in children?

Chinese herbal medicines such as Houttuynia cordata, Scutellaria baicalensis, and Isatis indigotica can be used to treat pneumonia in children. These herbs have the effects of clearing away heat and detoxifying, relieving cough and reducing phlegm, and can effectively relieve the symptoms of pneumonia. Pneumonia in children is mainly caused by bacterial and viral infections, and common symptoms include cough, fever, and difficulty breathing.

1. Houttuynia cordata has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, anti-inflammatory and bactericidal, and is often used to treat fever and cough caused by pneumonia. Houttuynia cordata can be decocted and taken twice a day for one week. 2. Scutellaria baicalensis has the effects of clearing heat and dampness, purging fire and detoxifying, and is suitable for pneumonia with symptoms of high fever and thick yellow phlegm. Scutellaria baicalensis can be used in combination with other medicinal materials such as honeysuckle and forsythia, and taken as a decoction. 3. Isatis root has the effects of antiviral, clearing heat and detoxifying, and is often used to treat pneumonia caused by viral infection. Isatis root granules or decoctions can be taken directly, three times a day, for 5-7 days.

1. Houttuynia cordata has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, anti-inflammatory and bactericidal, and is often used to treat fever and cough caused by pneumonia. Houttuynia cordata can be decocted and taken twice a day for one week. 2. Scutellaria baicalensis has the effects of clearing heat and dampness, purging fire and detoxifying, and is suitable for pneumonia with symptoms of high fever and thick yellow phlegm. Scutellaria baicalensis can be used in combination with other medicinal materials such as honeysuckle and forsythia, and taken as a decoction. 3. Isatis root has the effects of antiviral, clearing heat and detoxifying, and is often used to treat pneumonia caused by viral infection. Isatis root granules or decoctions can be taken directly, three times a day, for 5-7 days.

When using Chinese herbal medicines to treat pneumonia in children, it is necessary to select appropriate herbs according to the specific symptoms and constitution of the child and use them under the guidance of a Chinese medicine practitioner. Children with severe or persistent symptoms should seek medical attention in a timely manner to avoid delaying treatment. Chinese herbal medicines can be used as an auxiliary means to treat pneumonia, but they cannot replace necessary Western medical treatment.