Do Jingfang Granules have a fever-reducing effect?
Dec 09, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Ren Yi
Introduction
In general, whether Jingfang Granules have antipyretic effects depends on the type of cold and the severity of the condition. During a cold, it is important to stay warm and avoid exposure to cold, drink plenty of warm water to promote metabolism, take medication according to the instructions or as directed by a physician, maintain a light diet, avoid spicy and greasy foods, and ensure adequate rest.
Generally, whether Jingfang Granules have fever-reducing effects depends on the type of cold and the severity of the condition. The details are as follows:
If the patient has a wind-cold type of common cold, presenting with mild fever, absence of sweating, headache, body aches, and clear nasal discharge, and the condition is mild, Jingfang Granules may exert certain fever-reducing effects. Containing ingredients such as Schizonepeta (Jingjie) and Saposhnikovia (Fangfeng), which dispel exterior cold, these granules help eliminate wind-cold pathogens, relieve cold symptoms, and assist in regulating body temperature. They are suitable for mild fever caused by this type of cold.
However, if the patient has a wind-heat type of cold accompanied by high fever, sore throat, yellow phlegm, or other heat-related symptoms, or if the wind-cold condition is severe with persistent fever, Jingfang Granules are not appropriate for reducing fever. Due to their warm nature, they may exacerbate symptoms of wind-heat感冒 and have limited effectiveness against moderate to high fever, thus failing to control the illness promptly.
During a cold, it's important to stay warm and avoid exposure to cold. Drink plenty of warm water to promote metabolism. Take medications according to the instructions or medical advice, maintain a light diet, avoid spicy and greasy foods, and ensure adequate rest. If fever lasts more than three days or symptoms worsen, seek medical attention promptly.
