Allergic rhinitis (including hay fever)
Acupuncture was found to be 97% effective!
Standard western treatment was only 75.8% effective!
| Condition/Study | No. | Design | Test Group | Control Group | Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chari et al., 1988 (111) | 25:20 | Group comparison | Acupuncture |
Antihistamine (chlorphenamine) |
The treatment effects were better and lasted longer in the test group and produced no adverse effects. |
| Jin et al., 1989 (113) | 100:60 | Randomised controlled trial |
Acupuncture plus oxidisation |
Medication (patent herbal combination: tablets containing Herba Agastachis and Flos Chrysanthemi Indici) |
At follow-up 1 month after 15 days of treatment improvement was observed in: • 92/100 in the test group • 47/60 in the control group. |
| Huang, 1990 (112) | 128:120 | Randomised controlled trial |
Acupuncture plus oxidisation |
Antihistamine (chlorphenamine) |
Treatment for 14 days was effective in: • 97% of the test group • 75.8% of the control group. |