- Bi Yan Pian is a traditional Chinese herbal formula, extracted in pure water and then dried into granules. The product is made from a mixture of cocklebur fruit, vulan magnolia flower, weeping forsythia fruit, fang feng root, Anemarrhena asphodeloides rhizome, Chinese licorice root, Japanese catnip herb, Chrysanthemum indicum flower, five-flavor berry fruit, and Chinese bellflower root.
- Bi Yan Pian translates from Chinese as "nasal inflammation tablets." It is a combination formula of Chinese herbs that is used for stuffy or runny nose, sinus inflammation, and allergies. Some sources say that Bi Yan Pian is effective for symptoms caused by the common cold or flu.
- According to some sources, Bi Yan Pian has a bitter taste and may cause dryness if used long-term.
- More studies are needed before conclusions can be made on the effectiveness of Bi Yan Pian for any condition.
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References
- Mather J, Knowles SR, Shapiro L, et al. Skin eruption following the use of two Chinese herbal preparations: a case report. Can J Clin Pharmacol 2002;9(2):69-71. View Abstract