Pi Pa Qing Fei Granules | A Good Prescription Turned into a Good Medicine! Henan’s First Approved Traditional Chinese Medicine Compound Preparation Based on a Classic Prescription, Mainly for Treating Lung-Wind Acne

01 A Good Prescription Turned into a Good Medicine! Zhongjing Pi Pa Qing Fei Granules Approved for Market

Zhongjing Pi Pa Qing Fei Granules are the first approved TCM (traditional Chinese medicine) compound preparation based on a classic prescription in the province, originating from “Golden Mirror of Medicine” by Wu Qian et al. It also the first new Type 3.1 TCM in the province, exploring a new path for the research and registration of new drugs based on classic TCM prescriptions.

A classic prescription refers to a type of traditional Chinese medicine registration classification that features widespread application, definitive efficacy, and other notable characteristics and advantages. It also has ancient medical records and case studies as evidence, numerous modern clinical and experimental research reports, and is further refined and widely recognized by authoritative experts in TCM clinical practice.

“The approval for the market launch of Pi Pa Qing Fei Granules marks an innovation by our provincial enterprises in integrating classic TCM with modern research technology, effectively advancing the transformation of classic TCM into modern new drugs,” said the principal responsible person of the Provincial Medical Products Administration. The approval and market of this drug have also attracted the attention of numerous news media, including Henan Daily and Henan News Broadcast.

02 Mainly for Treating Lung Wind Acne 

What is lung wind acne? It is acne. Clinically, it is characterized by scattered rashes the size of the tip of a needle or a grain of rice on the face and chest and back. Blackheads may be seen, and powdery substances can be squeezed out. Initially, there are small papules and pustules. In severe cases, there are nodules, cysts, scars, and pigmentation.

The incidence is high among adolescents, but with the acceleration of life pace, life pressure, and environmental issues, the age of onset of acne is gradually increasing. The causes of acne are complex, and everyone’s constitution is different, thus treatment should be based on individual constitutions. Pi Pa Qing Fei Granules are a TCM for treating Lung-Wind Acne. 

Zhongjing Pi Pa Qing Fei Granules originate from “Golden Mirror of Medicine” by Wu Qian et al. and are composed of Radix et Rhizoma Ginseng, Folium Eriobotryae, Radix et Rhizoma Glycyrrhizae, Rhizoma Coptidis, Cortex Mori, and Cortex Phellodendri Chinensis, clearing heat in the Lung meridian and mainly treating Lung-Wind Acne. Symptoms include pimples on the face and nose, redness and swelling, and discharge of pus or scales.

In the prescription, Folium Eriobotryae has a bitter taste, mainly entering the Lung meridian, and is skilled in clearing lung fire. Cortex Mori has a sweet taste, specifically entering the Lung meridian, and is also good at clearing lung fire, assisting Folium Eriobotryae. Rhizoma Coptidis and Cortex Phellodendri Chinensis are used to clear heat, remove fire, and detoxify. Both Rhizoma Coptidis and Cortex Phellodendri Chinensis enter the Large Intestine meridian and can clear its damp heat. Clearing the large intestine serves to clear the Lungs. Radix et Rhizoma Ginseng is used to nourish qi, promote the discharge of toxins, and can assist in counteracting the bitter and cold nature of Rhizoma Coptidis and Cortex Phellodendri Chinensis. Radix et Rhizoma Glycyrrhizae treats sores and detoxifies, can nourish qi, coordinates the other herbs, serves as the guide herb, and can also perform the functions of adjuvant herbs. The combination of these six herbs works together to clear heat and the Lung.

Zhongjing Wanxi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., always adheres to the principle of “Herbs are great, herbs are healthy,” dedicated to the inheritance and development of Zhongjing culture, Zhongjing academics, and classic TCM, as well as the research and development of Zhongjing’s prescription and classic TCM prescriptions.

Quality control is implemented from the source, with the establishment of three quality control systems, including “the entire process of medicinal material and decoction piece production; benchmarking samples based on the safety and effectiveness of classic prescriptions for reference; the entire process from medicinal materials to decoction pieces, intermediates, and preparations,” to ensure the safety, effectiveness, and quality controllability of TCM compound preparations based on classic prescriptions.

Caution:

1. For OTC medicines, it is recommended to follow the instructions or consult a doctor before use. Please read the instructions carefully before taking.

2. Prescription medicines should be taken under the guidance of a professional physician.

3. Medication should be used with caution. TCM emphasizes syndrome differentiation and treatment, and medications vary based on different conditions. Therefore, if you feel unwell, it is advisable to promptly consult a professional physician at a local formal hospital.