Tongjunge
Time-Honored BrandTongjunge · Chongqing · Founded 1900
Tongjunge, a century-old pharmacy in Chongqing, upholds the motto of 'healing the world with medicine'. It inherits traditional Chinese medicine culture and is renowned across Southwest China.
Brand Story
Founded around 1900 during the Qing Dynasty by a renowned physician surnamed Liu in Yuzhong District, Chongqing, Tongjunge began as a small herbal shop and gradually evolved into a comprehensive pharmacy integrating diagnosis and medicine production. Master Liu, well-versed in herbal medicine, sourced premium herbs from Sichuan and Chongqing, adhering to ancient processing methods, especially famous for its pills, powders, ointments, and elixirs. During the Republic of China era, Tongjunge gained prominence for its effective remedies and honest business practices, becoming a leader in Chongqing's TCM community. The name 'Tongjunge' derives from the legendary medicine sage Tongjun of the Yellow Emperor's era, symbolizing 'Tongjun gathers herbs to save lives'. During the War of Resistance, Tongjunge continued to produce medicines to aid the people and support the rear, exemplifying medical benevolence. After the founding of New China, Tongjunge was integrated into the state system, preserving traditional techniques and now serving as a vital symbol of Chongqing's TCM culture. Its history bears witness to the inheritance and innovation of TCM in the Bayu region, carrying the health memories of the mountain city's residents.
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Signature Products
A classic emergency formula for heat entering the pericardium, high fever, and convulsions.
Relieves exterior syndromes, resolves dampness, and regulates the middle; commonly used for summer-heat and dampness colds.
Nourishes yin and tonifies the kidneys; used for kidney yin deficiency, dizziness, and tinnitus.
Stores & Addresses
Located in: Chongqing（重庆）
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Cultural Note
Tongjunge adheres to the ancestral motto of 'ancient processing methods and superior ingredients'. Its pill and powder production techniques emphasize 'precision, purity, fineness, and strictness', incorporating Sichuan-Chongqing processing characteristics such as nine-steaming-nine-sunning and wine-steaming to ensure efficacy. Additionally, Tongjunge emphasizes the integration of medicine and practice, with on-site consultations and medicine sales combined, inheriting the culture of TCM diagnosis and treatment.
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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 Tongjunge founded?
Tongjunge was founded in 1900, originating in Chongqing, Chongqing, primarily in the Other field.
What is the signature product of Tongjunge?
Its signature product is Tongjunge Angong Niuhuang Wan. See the "Signature / Buy Online" section on this page for more products and shopping links.
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