Is medication for rhinitis categorized as "one-retreat, two-resist" drugs?

Rhinitis medications do not necessarily fall into the category of "one withdrawal and two resistance" drugs. Clinically, rhinitis medications primarily encompass traditional Chinese medicines (TCMs) and Western medicines. TCMs include rhinitis tablets, Biyuan Shu oral liquid, among others. Western medicines mainly consist of Amoxicillin Capsules, Loratadine Tablets, Prednisone Acetate Tablets, etc. It is recommended to take medications under the guidance of a doctor.

I. Traditional Chinese Medicines

1. Rhinitis Tablets: Rhinitis Tablets are a type of TCM preparation, with key ingredients such as Sanzaku (Evodia rutaecarpa), Honeysuckle Flower (Lonicera japonica), Wild Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum indicum), Gangmei (Phyllanthus emblica), and Caffeine. They possess the functions of clearing heat and detoxifying, as well as anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, and can be used to treat symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, and headache caused by acute and chronic rhinitis.

2. Biyuan Shu Oral Liquid: Biyuan Shu Oral Liquid is a TCM preparation composed primarily of Cocklebur Fruit (Xanthium sibiricum), Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus), Angelica Dahurica (Angelica dahurica), Magnolia Flower Bud (Magnolia biondii), Atractylodes Macrocephala (Atractylodes macrocephala), and Mint (Mentha haplocalyx). It has the effects of dispelling wind and dissipating heat, as well as relieving nasal congestion, headache, and decreased sense of smell caused by rhinitis.

3. Tongqiao Rhinitis Tablets: Tongqiao Rhinitis Tablets are a TCM preparation that contains ingredients like stir-fried Cocklebur Fruit, Saposhnikovia Root (Saposhnikovia divaricata), Magnolia Flower Bud, Angelica Dahurica, and Asarum (Asarum heterotropoides). They disperse wind, strengthen exterior defenses, and promote lung qi and nasal passages, useful for treating intermittent nasal congestion, nasal itching, sneezing, thick nasal discharge, and frontal headache caused by wind-heat in the lungs and deficient exterior defenses.

4. Xinyi Rhinitis Pills: Xinyi Rhinitis Pills are a TCM preparation consisting mainly of Magnolia Flower Bud, Angelica Dahurica, and Cocklebur Fruit. They disperse wind, strengthen exterior defenses, and promote lung qi and nasal passages, effective in treating symptoms like nasal congestion, nasal itching, sneezing, and thick nasal discharge caused by wind-heat rhinitis.

II. Western Medicines

1. Amoxicillin Capsules: Amoxicillin Capsules belong to the β-lactam class of antibiotics, with Amoxicillin as the main component. They are used to treat respiratory tract infections caused by sensitive bacteria, such as otitis media, sinusitis, and tonsillitis.

2. Loratadine Tablets: Loratadine Tablets are antihistamines that can relieve symptoms like nasal congestion, sneezing, and runny nose caused by allergies.

3. Prednisone Acetate Tablets: Prednisone Acetate Tablets are one of the adrenal cortical hormones with anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects.

During the treatment with rhinitis medications, it is essential to maintain a light diet, avoiding spicy and irritating foods like chili peppers and Sichuan peppercorns. Additionally, ensure adequate sleep and avoid prolonged staying up late.