Bai qian

Bai qian is a traditional herbal medicine derived from the dried rhizome and root of *Cynanchum stauntonii* or *Cynanchum glaucescens*. It is produced and distributed by Mediplantex, a Vietnamese pharmaceutical company specializing in traditional medicine. In traditional Vietnamese and Chinese medicine, Bai qian is primarily utilized for its antitussive and expectorant properties. It is indicated for the treatment of respiratory conditions characterized by cough with profuse phlegm, asthma, and a sensation of fullness in the chest. The herb is traditionally classified as a phlegm-resolving agent that functions by descending Lung Qi, thereby alleviating congestion and facilitating easier breathing.

Brand names

Bạch Tiền

Other names

Cynanchum stauntoniiCynanchum glaucescensRhizoma et Radix Cynanchi StauntoniiWillowleaf Swallowwort Rhizome