Jiuwei Zhuhuang Powder

Jiuwei Zhuhuang Powder is a traditional Tibetan patent medicine used primarily for the treatment of cough associated with upper respiratory tract infections (URTI) in children. It is formulated as a multi-ingredient herbal powder and has been evaluated in randomized controlled trials, demonstrating efficacy in shortening the duration of cough and increasing the rate of symptom resolution compared to conventional treatments. The mechanism of action is based on traditional Chinese and Tibetan medical principles, likely involving anti-inflammatory, antitussive, and possibly immunomodulatory effects from its composite herbal ingredients. The powder is considered safe with only mild adverse events reported[1][4][6].

Brand names

Jiuwei Zhuhuang Powder

Other names

JWZH九味竹黄散 (Chinese name)Tibetan patent medicine for cough