Can Kidney Treasure Tablets be taken at the age of 17

It is generally not recommended for 17-year-old teenagers to take Shenbao tablets on their own. Shenbao Tablet is a traditional Chinese patent medicines and simple preparations, which is mainly used for symptoms such as waist and knee tenderness caused by kidney yang deficiency, frequent nocturnal urination, etc. Its ingredients may affect the development of minors. The occurrence of similar symptoms in adolescents may be related to physiological factors such as high academic pressure and irregular sleep patterns. It is recommended to prioritize adjusting lifestyle. Adolescents are in a critical period of growth and development, and blindly taking kidney tonifying drugs may interfere with the normal function of the endocrine system. The ingredients such as Epimedium and Huluba contained in Shenbao tablets have hormone like effects, which may affect bone closure or the development of secondary sexual characteristics. If there are long-term fatigue, lack of concentration and other problems, it is recommended to improve them through balanced diet, regular exercise and other methods. If necessary, medication should be taken under the guidance of a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner based on syndrome differentiation. In rare cases, if a 17-year-old teenager is diagnosed with congenital kidney yang deficiency constitution by professional traditional Chinese medicine and other organic diseases are ruled out, they can use Shenbao tablets for a short period of time under strict supervision of a doctor. But it is necessary to regularly monitor growth and development indicators and avoid taking them together with health products containing similar ingredients. The dosage of medication for minors usually needs to be adjusted to one-third to one-half of the adult dosage, and the course of treatment should not exceed two weeks. When teenagers experience physical discomfort, parents should prioritize adjusting their dietary structure to ensure the intake of high-quality protein, vitamins, and minerals, and avoid staying up late and overworking. Pay attention to keeping your waist warm in winter and engage in aerobic exercises such as swimming and jogging to enhance your physical fitness. If the symptoms persist or are accompanied by delayed growth and development, menstrual disorders, etc., it is necessary to seek medical attention in a timely manner to check for potential diseases such as thyroid dysfunction and chronic kidney disease, and avoid self medication that delays diagnosis and treatment.