INGREDIENTS

Each pill contains the equiv. to dry:

Magnolia Flower, bud 46.9mg

White Mulberry, leaf 46.9mg

Mint, leaf 46.9mg

Chrysanthemum, flower 37.5mg

Holy Ghost, root 28.1mg

Baikal Skullcap, root 28.1mg

Cocklebur, fruit 28.1mg

Cinnamon, twig 28.1mg

Altaica Windflower, rhizome 28.1mg

Siler, root 28.1mg

Jingjie, flower 28.1mg

 

Store below 30°C

Contains 200 x 200mg pills.

AUSTL 483712

Manufactured In Australia. 

 

Indications: Sinus Infection with white, yellow or green snot.

Actions: kill the infection, clear the snot, restore nasal breathing.

Dosage: 10 - 15 pills 2 - 3 times per day as your symptoms return. Definitely take a dose before bed.

Children: 6 months an over 1 pill per year of age up to the age of 10 as directed above.

Use with No1 Flu, Hayfever, Jade Screen Immunity, Nodules & High Fever depending on other symptoms.

Treat more, not less. Treat sooner, rather than later.

 

Bi Min Gan Tang – "Sinus Infection"

 

Helping Clear Infection, Open the Sinuses and Restore Healthy Drainage

 

A traditional Chinese herbal formula used to support the body's response to acute and chronic sinus infections by reducing inflammation, improving sinus drainage and helping restore clear, comfortable breathing.

 

What is Bi Min Gan Tang?

Most people know when a simple blocked nose has become something more.

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The pressure builds across the cheeks and forehead.

The mucus becomes thick.

Your sense of smell disappears.

Your head feels heavy.

Bending forward makes everything worse.

Sometimes the pain radiates into the teeth or behind the eyes.

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Chinese medicine recognised this pattern centuries ago.

When inflammation blocks the normal drainage of the sinuses, mucus becomes trapped, pressure builds and infection can develop.

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Bi Min Gan Tang was created to help restore that drainage while reducing the inflammation responsible for the blockage.

At Chiron Medical we call it "Sinus Infection."

Because its purpose is simple—help the sinuses drain, reduce inflammation and allow normal breathing to return.

 

A Formula for Healthy Sinus Drainage

Healthy sinuses constantly produce mucus.

Tiny microscopic hairs called cilia move this mucus into the nose where it traps dust, allergens and microbes before being swallowed.

 

When inflammation develops:

• drainage slows

• mucus thickens

• pressure builds

• bacteria multiply

• pain develops

Rather than simply suppressing symptoms, Bi Min Gan Tang helps restore the normal physiology of sinus drainage.

 

Why We Call It "Sinus Infection"

Typical symptoms include:

• blocked nose

• thick yellow or green mucus

• facial pressure

• sinus headaches

• pain over the cheeks or forehead

• post-nasal drip

• reduced sense of smell

• blocked ears

• congestion that won't clear

• tenderness when bending forward

These symptoms suggest inflammation has progressed beyond simple allergy into an established sinus infection.

 

What Is It Traditionally Used For?

Traditionally, Bi Min Gan Tang is prescribed for Wind-Heat and Damp-Heat obstructing the nasal passages and sinuses.

 

In modern clinical practice it is commonly considered for supportive management of:

• acute sinusitis

• chronic sinusitis

• post-nasal drip

• recurrent sinus infection

• chronic nasal congestion

• frontal sinus congestion

• maxillary sinus infection

• blocked nose associated with inflammatory infection

 

A Modern Formula Based on Classical Principles

Bi Min Gan Tang is a modern Chinese herbal formula developed from several classical prescriptions used to open the nasal passages, clear inflammatory Heat and restore healthy sinus drainage.

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By combining herbs that improve nasal airflow with herbs that reduce inflammation and support immune function, it has become one of the most widely used formulas for inflammatory sinus disease.

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The Herbs That Make the Formula

 

The sinuses are not empty spaces inside the skull. They are living chambers lined by delicate mucous membranes that continually produce mucus, filter inhaled air and help protect the upper respiratory tract from infection. Tiny hair-like structures called cilia constantly sweep this mucus through narrow drainage channels into the nose. When these passages become swollen, drainage slows, pressure builds and bacteria are given an opportunity to multiply.

 

Bi Min Gan Tang was developed to restore this natural drainage system. Rather than simply relieving congestion, it combines herbs that reduce inflammation, improve sinus ventilation, support mucociliary clearance and help the body resolve infection while protecting the delicate tissues lining the nose and sinuses.

 

Xin Yi Hua (Magnolia Flower Bud)

 

Traditional Role

Xin Yi Hua forms the foundation of the formula. Traditionally it has been used whenever swollen nasal passages obstruct normal breathing, helping restore airflow while relieving the pressure and discomfort associated with blocked sinuses.

 

Biomedical Actions

Research demonstrates anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity together with improvements in nasal airflow and reductions in mucosal congestion. Experimental studies also suggest inhibition of inflammatory mediators involved in chronic rhinosinusitis.

 

Sang Ye (Mulberry Leaf)

 

Traditional Role

Sang Ye helps calm inflammation affecting the upper respiratory tract while supporting the body's response to infection. It is particularly useful when sinus congestion is accompanied by irritation of the nose, throat or eyes.

 

Biomedical Actions

Research demonstrates anti-inflammatory, antiviral and antioxidant activity together with immune modulation. Studies also suggest protection of respiratory epithelial tissues and regulation of inflammatory cytokines.

 

Bo He (Peppermint)

 

Traditional Role

Bo He provides rapid relief from nasal obstruction by helping open the nasal passages while easing the headache and facial discomfort that commonly accompany sinus congestion.

 

Biomedical Actions

Research demonstrates anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and analgesic activity together with improvements in nasal airflow. Its volatile oils also produce a cooling sensation that contributes to symptomatic relief.

 

Ju Hua (Chrysanthemum Flower)

 

Traditional Role

Ju Hua helps reduce inflammation affecting the sinuses, eyes and upper airways. It has traditionally been used where facial pressure and head congestion become prominent features of sinus disease.

 

Biomedical Actions

Research demonstrates antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and immune-modulating activity together with protection against oxidative stress within inflamed respiratory tissues.

 

Bai Zhi (Angelica dahurica Root)

 

Traditional Role

Bai Zhi has long been recognised as one of Chinese medicine's principal herbs for sinus pain. It helps improve drainage while relieving the frontal headache and facial pressure produced by blocked sinuses.

 

Biomedical Actions

Research demonstrates analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity together with improvements in local circulation. Studies also suggest modulation of inflammatory mediators involved in sinus pain.

 

Huang Qin (Baikal Skullcap Root)

 

Traditional Role

Persistent inflammation narrows the tiny openings through which the sinuses normally drain. Huang Qin helps reduce this inflammatory response while supporting the body's natural defence against respiratory infection.

 

Biomedical Actions

Research demonstrates potent anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antiviral activity together with antioxidant effects and immune modulation. Baicalin has also shown inhibition of inflammatory cytokines and protection of respiratory epithelial tissues.

 

Cang Er Zi (Cocklebur Fruit)

 

Traditional Role

Cang Er Zi specialises in restoring nasal airflow. It helps reduce chronic obstruction while encouraging normal ventilation of the sinus cavities, an essential step in resolving persistent congestion.

 

Biomedical Actions

Research suggests anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity together with reductions in nasal obstruction and improvements in sinus ventilation.

 

Gui Zhi (Cinnamon Twig)

 

Traditional Role

Healthy healing depends upon healthy circulation. Gui Zhi improves blood flow through the upper respiratory tract, supporting tissue repair while helping the body's natural defence mechanisms respond to infection.

 

Biomedical Actions

Research demonstrates improved peripheral circulation together with anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and immune-supporting activity. Studies also suggest modulation of vascular function within inflamed tissues.

 

Shi Chang Pu (Acorus Rhizome*)

 

Traditional Role

When the head feels heavy and congested, Shi Chang Pu helps restore clarity by relieving obstruction affecting the sensory passages. It complements the drainage-promoting herbs while supporting normal neurological function.

 

Biomedical Actions

Research suggests neuroprotective, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity together with support for cognitive function and regulation of neuroinflammatory pathways.

Botanical identity should be confirmed according to the preparation used.

 

Fang Feng (Siler Root)

 

Traditional Role

Fang Feng supports the body's natural defensive response while helping relieve congestion affecting the nose and sinuses. It has traditionally been used during the early and active stages of upper respiratory illness.

 

Biomedical Actions

Research demonstrates anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and immune-modulating activity together with mild analgesic effects and support for respiratory immune function.

 

Jing Jie (Schizonepeta Herb)

 

Traditional Role

Jing Jie helps resolve the lingering inflammation that keeps the nasal passages swollen after infection has begun. Within the formula it assists the return of normal sinus drainage and comfortable nasal breathing.

 

Biomedical Actions

Research suggests anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant activity together with immune modulation and regulation of inflammatory signalling.

 

How the Formula Works

Healthy sinuses depend on continuous drainage. Mucus is produced every minute, trapping dust, allergens and microorganisms before being swept through tiny drainage channels by microscopic cilia. This constant movement keeps the sinuses well ventilated and helps prevent bacteria from establishing infection.

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During sinusitis, inflammation narrows these drainage pathways. Mucus becomes trapped, oxygen levels within the sinus fall and bacteria are able to multiply more easily. Pressure increases, producing the characteristic facial pain, congestion and headache that often persist long after the original cold has resolved.

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Chinese physicians recognised this sequence centuries ago. Rather than viewing sinus disease simply as an infection, they understood that restoring drainage was fundamental to recovery.

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Bi Min Gan Tang reflects this principle. Some herbs reduce swelling around the sinus openings, others improve ventilation and support the clearance of mucus, while several regulate the inflammatory response and help protect the delicate mucosal lining as healing occurs. Together they create the conditions needed for the sinuses to resume their normal function.

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Modern research suggests the formula may improve nasal airflow, support mucociliary clearance, regulate inflammatory cytokines, reduce oxidative stress and inhibit the growth of common respiratory pathogens. Rather than simply relieving congestion, Bi Min Gan Tang helps restore the physiology that allows healthy sinuses to drain, defend themselves and recover naturally.

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Understanding the Progression

Upper respiratory conditions usually develop in predictable stages.

 

Colds, Shivers & Sniffles (Gui Zhi Tang)

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No.1 Flu, Fever, Virus & Infection (Yin Qiao San)

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Hayfever (Xin Yi San)
When allergy becomes the dominant problem.

OR

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Sinus Infection (Bi Min Gan Tang)
When inflammation blocks sinus drainage and infection develops.

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Throat Infection (Yang Yin Qing Fei Tang)
If infection extends into the throat.

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Rain in Your Head (Zhi Yin Gan Lu Yin)
Following recovery, when chronic dryness and damaged mucous membranes require restoration.

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Immunity (Yu Ping Feng San)
To strengthen the body's natural defences and reduce recurrence.

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For Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners

 

Classical Pattern

Wind-Heat with Damp-Heat obstructing the nasal passages and sinuses

Typical presentation:

• thick yellow or green nasal discharge

• blocked nose

• facial pain or pressure

• frontal headache

• post-nasal drip

• reduced sense of smell

• red tongue with yellow greasy coating

• slippery, rapid pulse

 

Formula Strategy

Bi Min Gan Tang:

• Opens the nasal passages.

• Clears Wind-Heat.

• Clears Damp-Heat.

• Reduces sinus inflammation.

• Restores healthy drainage.

• Supports the Lung's dispersing function.

 

Clinical Differentiation

Differentiate from:

• Xin Yi San — allergic rhinitis with clear discharge and sneezing.

• Yang Yin Qing Fei Tang — throat infection predominates.

• Zhi Yin Gan Lu Yin — chronic dryness and depleted body fluids after infection.

• Yu Ping Feng San — recurrent infections requiring constitutional immune support.

 

For Medical Doctors

 

Proposed Biomedical Actions

Current evidence suggests the constituent herbs may influence:

• sinonasal inflammation

• mucociliary clearance

• nasal airway resistance

• antimicrobial defence

• inflammatory cytokines

• oxidative stress

• upper respiratory immune regulation

 

These actions are consistent with the traditional use of the formula in acute and chronic inflammatory sinus disease.

 

Potential Herb–Drug Considerations

Clinical monitoring is advisable in patients taking:

• anticoagulants or antiplatelet medications

• antihypertensive agents

• immunosuppressive medications

• sedatives (where individual herb interactions may be relevant)

 

Persistent unilateral symptoms, orbital swelling, visual disturbance, severe facial pain, high fever, neurological symptoms or suspected invasive sinus infection require urgent medical assessment. Bi Min Gan Tang is intended as supportive care and should not delay appropriate antibiotic therapy or specialist referral when clinically indicated.

 

Helping the Sinuses Breathe Again

 

Healthy sinuses are not empty spaces—they are living, self-cleaning chambers designed to warm, humidify and protect every breath we take.

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When inflammation blocks their natural drainage, pressure builds, mucus stagnates and infection can take hold.

That is why we call this formula "Sinus Infection."

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It is designed to reduce inflammation, reopen the natural drainage pathways and help the sinuses return to what they do best—protecting the air we breathe.

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Key Takeaways

• Bi Min Gan Tang (Sinus Infection) is a modern Chinese herbal formula designed to support the body's response to acute and chronic inflammatory sinus infections.

• It combines herbs that open the nasal passages, reduce inflammation, improve sinus drainage and support the upper respiratory immune response.

• Within the Chiron Medical ENT Network, it follows Hayfever (Xin Yi San) when allergic inflammation progresses to established sinus infection and may be combined with Throat Infection (Yang Yin Qing Fei Tang) if infection extends into the pharynx.

• Following recovery, Rain in Your Head (Zhi Yin Gan Lu Yin) and Immunity (Yu Ping Feng San) help restore healthy mucosal function and reduce the likelihood of recurrent infections.

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Clinical Insights

Acute Sinus Infection

Sinus Infection (Bi Min Gan Tang) is designed for established sinus infection, where thick coloured mucus, facial pain and blocked drainage are the dominant features.

 

Allergic Sinus Congestion

When sneezing, itching and clear watery discharge dominate without evidence of infection, practitioners generally begin with:

• Xin Yi San (Hayfever)

rather than Sinus Infection, as the primary problem is allergic inflammation rather than bacterial overgrowth.

 

Infection Extending to the Throat

If sinus infection progresses to significant throat pain, swollen tonsils or pharyngitis, practitioners may combine:

• Yang Yin Qing Fei Tang (Throat Infection)

to support the inflamed tissues of the throat while continuing to manage the sinus infection.

 

Chronic Recurrent Sinus Disease

People with repeated sinus infections often require treatment beyond the acute episode.

Following recovery, practitioners commonly recommend:

• Rain in Your Head (Zhi Yin Gan Lu Yin) to restore healthy mucosal moisture where chronic inflammation has caused tissue dryness.

• Yu Ping Feng San (Immunity) to strengthen immune resilience and reduce the frequency of recurrent sinus infections.