Next, you must be aware of any side effects or overdose considerations for the herb you’re using and respect that information. A good example here is licorice. Licorice is a great herb for kids, but it should not be used in large doses for long periods of time. Generally, licorice is discontinued after 6 weeks as it can have unwanted effects on the cardiovascular system if taken for too long. Another example is lobelia. Lobelia is a great herb. It has many uses for children, but you will find herbalists who disagree on its use. Some will not use it with children while others (like myself) are comfortable using it wisely. It is a low dose botanical (tinctures are usually dosed by drops only) and isn’t to be taken long-term. High dosages have been known in rare cases to induce vomiting.titrating herbal dosages has its limits. If you’ve been using an herb for 2-4 weeks and you aren’t seeing the results you expected, it’s time to change herbs. Cont⬇️