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Guide to MUST-HAVE Chinese Medicines

2017-01-03 ShanghaiWOWeng

Back in your home country, having the essential pharmaceutical products on standby is part of the norm. However, when abroad, we often neglect stocking up on these essentials due to the language barrier and lack of knowledge of what actually does what!


In this list, we cover the essential products you should have in your home to cover all the most common ailments which you can find from your local pharmacy. Save this article, so you know what to ask for, or, failing that, show them the Chinese characters.


HONG HUA YOU 红花油 

RED FLOWER OIL




Similar to the brand ‘Deep Heat’, Red Flower Oil is perfect for fast relief from muscular aches and pains. This firey oil is applied externally, rubbed on the affected area, 4 to 6 times a day. Try just a small amount first as applying too much at once gets quite painful! Pregnant women are not advised to use this product.


YUN NAN BAI YOU 云南白药气雾剂 

CUTS & BRUISES




Yunan Baiyao is the best-known household Chinese medicine in China, used to stop bleeding and promote healing from wounds or internal injuries. It was invented in 1902 by Dr. Qu Huanzhang and over the past 100 years, has made its name in the battle grounds of Chinese wars, saving soldiers' lives from severe wounds.


In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) terms, Yunan Baiyao stops bleeding, disperses blood stasis, activates blood circulation, alleviates pain, clears away toxins, and reduces swelling. It can be used for any kind of traumatic injury or bleeding, whether one has a small cut, bruise, swelling, or perhaps an internal injury or stomach ulcer. Simply pour the Yunan Baiyao powder onto the cut and/or swallow the powder. Also comes in spray form and should be avoided by pregnant women.

  

XIAO CHAI HU 小柴胡感冒颗粒 

COLDS & FEVERS




Xiao Chai Hu is widely used throughout China for the treatment of fevers and colds. The product is made up of small brown particles which can be added to hot water for a soothing drink, which doesn’t taste too great but does the trick!


 SHI HOU BI YUN  YAO 事后避孕药 

MORNING AFTER PILL




This emergency contraception pill is a must-buy for men and women alike. It’s well known that Chinese condom brands are easily broken, so don’t find yourself in the situation where you’re not sure what to do. This pill can be taken up to 72 hours after intercourse to prevent pregnancy and can be found in all pharmacies.


FO PAI SUAN 氟哌酸 

ANTI-DIARRHEA




Everyone has diarrhea from time to time, especially in China! To be prepared for diarrhea when it strikes, it’s a good idea to keep anti-diarrhea products handy. There are many causes of diarrhea, from the food you eat to the stress in your life, catching a stomach bug or taking medications. Why suffer when you can treat diarrhea and get on with your day? These products stop any bowel movement to help restore your body’s natural rhythm so you can start to feel like yourself again.


NIU HUANG JIA XIAO ZUO 人工牛黄甲硝唑胶囊 

TOOTH PAIN RELIEF




These handy pills are used to temporarily reduce the toothache pain associated with a broken tooth, or a troublesome wisdom tooth. These pills are anesthetics in nature and provide relief by numbing the area and therefore reducing the pain. Depending on the advice given by the pharmacist, take two to three times a day, and again, not suitable for pregnant or lactating women.


JIU JING MIAN QIU 酒精棉球 

ALCOHOL COTTON BALLS




These handy alcoholic cotton balls help protect against infection and can be used for the treatment of cuts, grazes, insect bites and stings, boils, spots and pimples. Furthermore, they can provide relief from minor burns and scalds, and small areas of sunburn. Depending on your level of OCD, these cotton balls can come in handy when cleaning your hands, laptop screen or mobile phone!


 SHA BU 药用纱布 

GAUZE




These plasters come in many shapes and sizes, but all generally have the same function the ones we’re all used to. Designed to protect wounds, and breathable to aid healing, these plasters are a must-have in the house. They offer long lasting protection of wounds to dirt and germs. You can even gently clean the wound with your alcoholic cotton balls before applying. 


GAO YAO膏药 

PAIN PACK




Consisting of an ancient thin paste made from vegetable or animal oil, this pain pack is for external use to provide you with significant relief from swelling, aches and pains. They are made from a coated cloth or paper, and can be affixed to the affected area for a long time. This particular brand, Yunan Baiyao, is reputable and has a long history of providing effective solutions to many ailments. Because of the powerful ingredients used, this product is not suitable for pregnant women.

 

YAO GAO 999药膏 

ANTISEPTIC CREAM




If you’re looking for a trustworthy antiseptic cream, 999 is essential. This cream gently soothes, cleanses and helps prevent infection, aiding in the natural healing of minor skin disorders such as cuts, grazes, insect bites & stings, minor burns and scalds and shaving cuts. 

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