China, renowned for its ancient healing medicinal herbs, is also home to modern drug makers like Biostar Pharmaceuticals. Although incorporated in Maryland, the holding company operates in China through wholly-owned subsidiary Shaanxi Biostar and indirectly-held Aoxing Pharmaceutical, which together develop, manufacture, and market prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) pharmaceuticals, some of which are derived from plants and herbs. Sold through its own sales force and a network of distributors in about 25 provinces across China, Biostar Pharmaceuticals' line of products include capsules for treating symptoms of chronic hepatitis B and the common cold. The company also has a pipeline of products in development.