How does it differ from throat lozenges or sprays?

Throat lozenges or sprays temporarily coat the throat to alleviate symptoms, but Hyangseongpajeokhwan fundamentally replenishes the body fluids of the lungs and throat and restores the vocal cord mucosa itself. The difference is treating the cause vs. relieving symptoms.

What are the main ingredients of Hyangseongpajeokhwan?

Platycodon, licorice, forsythia, and mint are the main ingredients. Platycodon calms throat inflammation, licorice protects the mucosa, and forsythia and mint reduce heat and swelling. Together they restore the throat and vocal cords.

How does Hyangseongpajeokhwan differ from Western pharyngitis medication?

Western medicine focuses on suppressing inflammation or relieving pain, but Hyangseongpajeokhwan improves blood circulation in the throat area and promotes mucosal regeneration for fundamental recovery. Recurrence-prevention is the major difference.

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Efficacy & Ingredients

The purpose differs. Throat lozenges and sprays deal with the discomfort of the moment, while herbal medicine approaches the state of the whole body. It is hard to say either is more fundamental, however, and we cannot claim herbal medicine regenerates the vocal cord mucosa.

Medical ReviewHyo-seop KimChief Director

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