Can Geranium膏 treat rhinitis?

Mar 25, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lu Cheng
Introduction
The main ingredient of Geranium Herb膏 (Lao Guan Cao膏) is Geranium, which has functions of clearing heat and detoxifying, as well as reducing swelling and relieving pain. For rhinitis caused by wind-heat,表现为鼻塞、流黄涕、鼻腔干燥等症状 (manifesting as nasal congestion, yellow nasal discharge, and nasal dryness), the heat-clearing and detoxifying effects of Geranium Herb膏 may help alleviate these symptoms. For nasal inflammation triggered by bacterial infection, the anti-inflammatory action of Geranium Herb膏 may help reduce the inflammatory response.

Geranium膏 usually can help treat rhinitis to some extent, but it is important to use the medication under a doctor's guidance.

The main ingredient of Geranium膏 is Geranium, which has functions of clearing heat and detoxifying, reducing swelling and relieving pain. For rhinitis caused by wind-heat, characterized by symptoms such as nasal congestion, yellow nasal discharge, and nasal dryness, the heat-clearing and detoxifying effects of Geranium膏 may help alleviate these symptoms. For nasal inflammation caused by bacterial infection, the anti-inflammatory effect of Geranium膏 may help reduce the inflammatory response.

Geranium膏 may help alleviate nasal inflammation and improve symptoms such as nasal congestion and runny nose through its heat-clearing, detoxifying, wind-dispelling, and lung-soothing effects. Patients should follow medical advice when using this medication and should not take warming and nourishing Chinese herbal medicines simultaneously during treatment. The treatment of rhinitis usually requires a certain course; even if symptoms improve, medication should not be stopped suddenly to avoid recurrence.

Maintaining good lifestyle and dietary habits, ensuring adequate rest, and wearing a mask when going outdoors to avoid irritating the nasal passages are also important. A bland diet is also beneficial for recovery.