Chikunain b Tablets
An oral medicine focused on pus and bacteria in sinusitis and paranasal sinusitis to ease nasal congestion
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Product Overview
Chikunain b Tablets is a Kampo medicine used for nasal discomfort such as sinusitis (empyema), paranasal sinusitis, and chronic rhinitis. The formula is Shin’i Seihaito. While helping calm bacteria-related inflammation, it works on regulating excess fluid and the ciliary function of the nasal mucosa to help promote drainage of pus (discharge) and ease nasal congestion. Designed for morning and evening dosing so it fits more easily into daytime schedules.
Product Features
Shin’i Seihaito focused on “pus” and “bacteria”
Core of the formulaFocused on pus and bacteria, which often contribute to the burden of sinusitis, this product uses Shin’i Seihaito, a combination of 9 crude drugs. A formula that helps calm inflammation while promoting drainage of pus.
Contains no drowsiness-causing ingredients
Easier to continueBecause it does not contain ingredients that tend to cause drowsiness, it is designed with morning use in mind. A point that also makes it easier to choose for people who want to prioritize daytime activity.
Twice-daily morning and evening dosing that’s easier to stick with
Dosing timingTake before meals or between meals with water or warm water. A rhythm that does not assume an extra midday dose, designed so even busy people can continue more easily.
Active Ingredients (as Shin’i Seihaito)
| Ingredient | Amount | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Shin’i Seihaito extract | (Per daily dose as stated on the manufacturer’s package insert / labeling) | Kampo extract |
| Shin’i (Magnolia flower) | Formula constituent crude drug | Crude drug |
| Biwayo (Loquat leaf) | Formula constituent crude drug | Crude drug |
| Ogon (Scutellaria root) | Formula constituent crude drug | Crude drug |
| Sanshishi (Gardenia fruit) | Formula constituent crude drug | Crude drug |
| Shoma (Cimicifuga rhizome) | Formula constituent crude drug | Crude drug |
| Bakumondo (Ophiopogon tuber) | Formula constituent crude drug | Crude drug |
| Chikujo (Bamboo shavings) | Formula constituent crude drug | Crude drug |
| Sekko (Gypsum) | Formula constituent crude drug | Crude drug |
| Shokyo (Ginger) | Formula constituent crude drug | Crude drug |
Indications
Dosage and Administration
| Age | Single dose | Times per day |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (15 years and older) | 4 tablets per dose | 2 times daily, morning and evening, before meals or between meals |
| Under 15 years | Do not take | — |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
QWhen should I take it?
AWhen symptoms such as sinusitis (empyema) start to bother you, take it morning and evening, before meals or between meals, with water or warm water.
QWill it make me sleepy if I take it in the morning?
AThis product does not contain drowsiness-causing ingredients, so it is designed with morning use in mind. However, how you feel can vary depending on your condition and concomitant medicines, so if you are concerned, consult a pharmacist or registered seller.
QDo I need to take it during the day as well?
AThe directions are twice daily (morning and evening). Because the dosing rhythm does not assume an extra midday dose, it is considered easier for busy people to continue. Do not increase the number of doses on your own judgment.
QWhy Shin’i Seihaito?
AFocusing on “pus” and “bacteria” as factors that can cause sinusitis symptoms, Shin’i Seihaito was selected for its characteristics of helping reduce bacteria while calming inflammation, regulating excess fluid, and working on the ciliary function of the nasal mucosa to promote drainage of pus.
🌱 Brand Story
Chikunain was developed with a focus on the “pus” and “bacteria” behind the distressing symptoms of sinusitis. From among many Kampo formulas, Shin’i Seihaito was adopted for its features of promoting drainage of pus and helping suppress bacteria-related inflammation. Combining 9 crude drugs, it is designed as an oral medicine that addresses nasal discomfort such as congestion.
- This product is a Class 2 OTC drug. Read the package insert carefully before use.
- Follow the prescribed dosage and administration.
- Do not give to children under 15 years of age.
- The following people should consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered seller before use: those under a physician’s care; women who are pregnant or may be pregnant; people with a weak constitution (those with declining physical strength or a frail body); people with a weak stomach/intestines who tend to have diarrhea; and people who have previously experienced allergic symptoms due to medicines, etc.
- If symptoms such as rash/redness, itching, nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, or stomach discomfort appear after taking this product, stop use and consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered seller.
- If symptoms do not improve after use for a while, stop use and consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered seller.
- For use with other medicines, follow the package insert and confirm with a professional as needed.
- If symptoms do not improve or you feel the condition is severe, do not continue relying on self-judgment; consider seeing a medical institution.
- Store in a cool place with low humidity, away from direct sunlight.
- Store out of reach of children.
- Do not transfer to another container (this may cause misuse or quality changes).
- Do not use products past their expiration date.
- For details on storage and handling, follow the package insert and the labeling on the outer box.