Newborns taking four mill soup, usually directly decoction can be taken. However, it is necessary for newborns to meet the indications of Si Mu Tang and take it under the guidance of a doctor.
The main ingredients of Si Mu Tang are ginseng, betel nut and sedum, etc. It has the effects of promoting the movement of qi and subduing rebelliousness (promoting the downward movement of upwardly rebellious qi), and relaxing the chest and dispersing lumps and knots. It is mainly used for treating liver qi stagnation syndrome. Symptoms include distension and tightness in the chest and diaphragm, shortness of breath in the upper air, fullness of plumpness under the heart (mainly referring to distension and discomfort in the stomach), lack of appetite, and stringy pulse.
The adverse reactions and contraindications of Si Mu Tang are not clear, if used with other drugs may occur drug interactions, please consult your physician or pharmacist for details.
If the newborn is not feeling well, parents are advised to send their children to the doctor in time and follow the doctor’s instructions for medication.