Chuanbei loquat paste and what cannot be eaten together

Chuanbei loquat paste should not be taken together with spicy and greasy foods, cold Chinese medicine, and some Western medicines such as central cough suppressants. Chuanbei loquat paste is made from traditional Chinese medicine such as Chuanbei mother and loquat leaves. It has the effect of moistening the lungs and stopping cough, but improper compatibility may affect the efficacy or cause adverse reactions.

1. Spicy and greasy foods

During the use of Chuanbei loquat paste, avoid foods such as chili peppers, barbecue, and fatty meat. Spicy products are prone to phlegm and heat, which can counteract the nourishing and moistening effects of loquat paste on the lungs; Greasy food increases the burden on the gastrointestinal tract and affects drug absorption. It is recommended to keep a light diet during taking medicine, which can be matched with dry ingredients such as snow pear and Lily.

2. Cold Chinese herbal medicine

should not be used together with bitter cold and heat clearing drugs such as Huanglian and Huangqin. Chuanbei loquat paste has a cool and moist nature, and when combined with cold Chinese medicine, it can easily lead to spleen and stomach deficiency and coldness, resulting in abdominal pain and diarrhea. If combination therapy is required, it is recommended to interval at least 2 hours or adjust the compatibility according to medical advice.

3. Avoid taking central cough suppressants

together with western cough suppressants such as dexmedetomidine and codeine. Chuanbei loquat paste itself contains cough suppressants, and dual inhibition may cause phlegm retention and difficulty breathing. Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease should pay special attention and consult a physician before using combination therapy.

4. Nourishing traditional Chinese medicine

should be used in combination with ginseng and deer antler isothermal tonics with caution. In the early stage of external cough, it is mostly empirical. Early intake of tonics can lead to closed doors and prolonged disease course. If there is a long-term cough and body deficiency that requires tonifying, it is recommended to use it under the guidance of a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner based on syndrome differentiation.

5. Alcoholic beverages

Drinking alcohol or alcoholic beverages is prohibited during medication. Alcohol may irritate the respiratory mucosa, worsen cough symptoms, and affect drug metabolism. It is not advisable to drive a vehicle or operate machinery within 8 hours after taking Chuanbei loquat paste.

During the use of Chuanbei loquat paste, it is necessary to avoid eating raw and cold seafood. Within half an hour after taking the medicine, avoid drinking a large amount of water to avoid diluting the liquid. Patients with diabetes should choose a sugar free dosage form, and patients with hypertension should pay attention to monitoring blood pressure changes. If coughing persists for more than one week or accompanied by fever and hemoptysis, immediate cessation of use and medical attention should be sought. Daily use can be combined with pressing the Tian Tu and Fei Shu acupoints to assist in relieving cough, and keeping indoor air moist can help with respiratory rehabilitation.