Guansutang
Time-Honored BrandGuansutang · Zhejiang · Founded
Guansutang, a time-honored pharmaceutical brand from Zhejiang, inherits ancient wellness wisdom, using authentic herbs and exquisite craftsmanship to safeguard health.
Brand Story
Guansutang, originating from Zhejiang, derives its name from the meaning 'unparalleled excellence, pure heart to heal the world.' Although the founding year lacks official verification, local chronicles and family genealogies record that its ancestors practiced medicine in eastern Zhejiang during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), treating the sick with herbal remedies. During the Qianlong reign of the Qing Dynasty (1736-1795), descendants opened a pharmacy in Hangzhou, officially adopting the name 'Guansutang.' Adhering to the philosophy of 'medicine and food share the same origin,' they meticulously crafted pills, powders, ointments, and pastes. In the late Qing and early Republic period, the fourth-generation heir integrated the experience of the Jiangnan Warm Disease school, creating several health-preserving formulas and gaining growing renown. During the War of Resistance, the pharmacy relocated frequently yet continued to provide free medicine to the public, earning widespread praise. After the public-private partnership in 1956, Guansutang merged into the local pharmaceutical company, and its traditional processing techniques were passed down through master-apprentice oral instruction, continuing to this day. Culturally, Guansutang embodies the Zhejiang merchants' spirit of 'integrity, pragmatism, and innovation.' Its prescriptions and processing techniques are important relics of Jiangnan pharmaceutical culture, offering valuable insights into the development of folk medicine since the Ming and Qing dynasties.
“Pure heart to heal the world, a century of excellence.”
Signature Products
Made with nine herbs including Chinese yam and Poria, honey-processed using ancient methods, to strengthen the spleen and stomach, gently nourishing. (98-198 RMB/box)
Selected Dong'e donkey-hide gelatin, simmered with rice wine and rock sugar, to nourish blood and yin, suitable for all seasons. (268-568 RMB/box)
Zhejiang loquat leaves and Sichuan fritillary bulb slowly simmered into a paste, moistening the lungs and relieving cough, sweet and pleasant. (128-258 RMB/bottle)
Stores & Addresses
Located in: Zhejiang（浙江）
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Cultural Note
Guansutang adheres to the principle: 'Though processing is complex, never reduce effort; though ingredients are costly, never cut corners.' Its herbs are authentic and craftsmanship meticulous. Techniques such as nine-steam-nine-sun and copper-pot paste boiling reflect the precision and patience of Jiangnan medicine. Additionally, it emphasizes seasonal wellness, combining prescriptions with dietary therapy to form a unique culture of 'medicine and food share the same origin.'
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a "China Time-Honored Brand" (中华老字号)?
A China Time-Honored Brand is a designation by China’s Ministry of Commerce for brands with a long history that inherit products, craftsmanship or services across generations and have operated continuously to the present.
When was Guansutang founded?
Guansutang was founded in null, originating in Zhejiang, Zhejiang, primarily in the Healthcare field.
What is the signature product of Guansutang?
Its signature product is Suxin Stomach-Nourishing Pills. See the "Signature / Buy Online" section on this page for more products and shopping links.
Where can I find the official list of China Time-Honored Brands?
You can log into the MOFCOM "China Time-Honored Brand Information Management System", or browse this site’s brand directory — we have profiled 1,451 time-honored brands.
Sources / References
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