Q Is it safe to give herbal medicine to a young child? Won't it burden the liver or kidneys?
A Herbal medicine with dosage adjusted to the child's weight and condition is safe, and current domestic herbal medicine is manufactured under GMP standards and meets heavy-metal criteria.
Detailed Answer
A guardian's concern about the safety of herbal medicine is a very natural reaction. The key is adjusting the type and dosage of herbs to the child's weight and digestive capacity.
The Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
At Dongjedang, when prescribing for children, we prioritize herbs that place little burden on the digestive system and exclude herbs with a high burden on liver detoxification. Domestically distributed herbal materials undergo heavy-metal and pesticide-residue testing in accordance with the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety's GMP standards. Before prescribing, we confirm the child's current medications and allergy history with the guardian, and if necessary start with a small amount and adjust the dosage based on the response.
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