There is no strong evidence on the efficacy of Shuang Huang Lian Oral Liquid in the treatment of novel coronavirus and it is recommended not to take it without authorization. Shuang Huang Lian Oral Liquid has the effect of clearing the wind and removing the surface, clearing heat and detoxifying toxins, and is used for symptoms caused by external wind-heat, including fever, cough and sore throat. It is mainly composed of honeysuckle, scutellaria and forsythia. According to traditional Chinese medicine, these three herbs have the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying the toxins and purifying the inside and outside. According to modern medical research, Shuanghuanglian Oral Liquid is an effective broad-spectrum antiviral drug with broad-spectrum antiviral, antibacterial and immune function enhancing effects. However, it is not known whether it is effective against the new coronavirus.