The difference between Tongqiao Biyan tablets and Xinyi Biyan pills

Jun 18, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I have rhinitis, and today my doctor prescribed Tongqiao Biyan tablets for me. What's the difference between this medication and Xinyi Biyan pills?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lu Cheng
There are certain differences between Tongqiao Biyan Tablets and Xinyi Biyan Tablets in terms of efficacy and composition. Tongqiao Biyan Tablets primarily function to dispel wind, reduce inflammation, and clear nasal passages. They are more suitable for treating nasal obstruction and headache caused by external wind pathogens, and are commonly used clinically in the treatment of chronic rhinitis and sinusitis. In contrast, Xinyi Biyan Tablets focus on dispelling wind, clearing heat, and detoxifying, making them more appropriate for treating nasal congestion and runny nose due to excessive lung heat. They are frequently used in clinical practice for chronic rhinitis and allergic rhinitis. The main ingredients of Tongqiao Biyan Tablets include fried Xanthii Fructus (Cang’erzi), Saposhnikovia Radix (Fangfeng), Astragali Radix (Huangqi), Magnoliae Flos (Xinyi), among others. Xinyi Biyan Tablets mainly contain Magnoliae Flos (Xinyi), Mentha, Perilla leaf, and other traditional Chinese herbs. Due to their differing emphases in efficacy and composition, patients should choose the appropriate medication based on their specific condition and medical advice.