<i>Cotoneaster</i> Side Effects Following the Treatment of Neonatal Jaundice

AuthorKayvan Mirniaen
AuthorMaryam Saeedien
AuthorRazieh Sangsarien
AuthorAshkan Talebien
OrcidKayvan Mirnia [0000-0002-2974-6362]en
OrcidMaryam Saeedi [0000-0001-7659-3533]en
OrcidRazieh Sangsari [0000-0002-4496-1108]en
Issued Date2024-11-30en
AbstractBackground: There has been significant interest in using Cotoneaster for treating jaundice or elevated bilirubin levels in newborns, and it has, in many cases, replaced phototherapy in herbal medicine. However, using these compounds to treat hyperbilirubinemia can lead to complications in neonates, potentially resulting in morbidity and even death. Objectives: This study examined the side effects of Cotoneaster consumption in jaundiced neonates admitted to the Children’s Medical Center between 2021 and 2022. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study involving healthy neonates who consumed Cotoneaster following treatment for neonatal jaundice and subsequently experienced complications. The data were recorded using pre-prepared questionnaire forms. Results: The most common complications following Cotoneaster derivatives were exaggerated hyperbilirubinemia, dehydration, and poor feeding. Conclusions: Given the sensitivity of neonates, the treatment of jaundice in babies should be approached with caution and supported by extensive studies. The use of herbal medicines in neonates remains questionable due to associated complications.en
DOIhttps://doi.org/10.5812/jjnpp-150380en
URIhttps://brieflands.com/journals/jjnpp/articles/150380en
Keyword<i>Cotoneaster</i>en
KeywordNeonateen
KeywordJaundiceen
KeywordComplicationsen
KeywordHerbal Drugsen
PublisherBrieflandsen
Title<i>Cotoneaster</i> Side Effects Following the Treatment of Neonatal Jaundiceen
TypeResearch Articleen

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