Cang Er San (Cang Er Zi San)

Indications:
Allergies, common cold, congestion of the head and/or nasal passages, dizziness, hayfever, headache, irritated, watery eyes, nasal discharge, neck pain, rhinitis - acute, chronic or allergic, sinusitis - acute or chronic

• The formula is comprised of a large number of herbs with broad spectrum anti-infective, immune stimulant, and anti-inflammatory actions, as well as pain relieving effects to clear headaches often associated with chronic sinusitis.

Some of the ingredients effects:

Fructus Xanthii
Nasal decongestant, acts as an antitussive and stimulates normal respiratory function. Has a moderate inhibitory action against Staphyloccus Arueus and Diplococcus Pneumoniae. It is an important herb in the treatment of sinusitis and chronic allergic rhinitis and has significant anti-bacterial actions against gram positive bacteria. Also acts as a decongestant.
Radix Angelicae
Is a sudorific and is traditionally indicated for headache, occular irritation and rhinnorhea. The herb has analgesic and mild sedative effects as well as antibacterial and antifungal effects. It effectively treats nasal congestion and rhinnorhea, opening and clearing the orifices.
Glycyrrhiza Uralensis - Gan Cao
This herb has immune regulating qualities which alleviate allergic reactions. It is known for its anti-inflammatory, anti-infective, and antiseptic properties. It is valued as a demulcent for moistening dryness in the bronchial tract and is a known anti-allergic and detoxicant.
Fructus Magnolia Liliflora - Xin Yi Hua
Is an important herb for treating acute and chronic sinusitis with discharge. Magnolia liliflora has a high essential oil content which contributes to its power as a mucosal restorative, decongestant and antiseptic to the sinus and nasal passages, relieving congestion. The anti-inflammatory action resembles that of hydrocortisone. From the similarity of its chemical structure and the actions of its electrolyte hormones it is regarded as having a similar steroid like anti-inflammatory effect.


Applications in Traditional Chinese Medicine:

Formula Category: Wind Heat; Dampness-Sinuses.


Ingredients:
Radix Angelicae Dahurica (Bai Zhi)  25.00 %
Herba Mentha (Bo He)   25.00 %
Flos Magnoliae Liliflorae (Xin Yi Hua)  18.75%
Fructus Xanthii (Cang Er Zi)  12.50%
Bulbus Allii (Cong Bai)  9.38%
Folium Camelliae Theae (Xi Cha)  9.37
       

Dosage: 2 times a day, 2 to 3 tablets each time

Package: 60 tablets x 1500mg (300mg. x 5:1) by "Min Tong Pharmaceutical"