Single Herbs Guide
Herbal Formulas & Their Uses
How to Prepare & Use Herbal Medicine
The characteristics of herbal powders are: they are easy to prepare, absorb quickly, and save on medicinal materials, making them convenient for consumption and transport. For internal use, powders are generally made by grinding the medicinal materials and then taking them with warm water according to the required dosage. I also use powders in the … Read more
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has a variety of forms, with over 40 types recorded in the Ming Dynasty’s Compendium of Materia Medica. Since the founding of the People’s Republic of China, many new forms have been developed, such as tablets, granules, and injections. Here, we will explore the diverse forms of TCM: 1. Decoctions (汤剂) … Read more
Classification of Powdered Formulations Definition: A dry powder preparation made from raw medicinal substances or suitable excipients that have been crushed and uniformly mixed. Classification methods for powdered formulations: (1) By method of use: Mainly divided into oral powdered formulations and topical powdered formulations. Oral powdered formulations can be taken with water or dissolved in … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a treasure of Chinese culture, having made significant contributions to the health of our people over thousands of years. The dosage form is the manifestation of TCM, representing the final form of the product and closely related to the preparation and administration of TCM. The Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us Powder Formulation The field of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has a long history and rich cultural heritage. Among the various forms of Chinese herbal medicine, there exists an ancient and traditional solid dosage form widely used, known as powder formulations (散剂, san ji). What are Traditional Chinese Medicine … Read more
Herbal Powders Chinese herbal powders are finely ground and mixed dry powders made from various medicinal materials. They have a long history, and ancient texts praised them as “the remedy for emergencies”, emphasizing their delicacy and use in urgent situations. Classical medical texts such as the Shang Han Lun (Treatise on Cold Damage) provide detailed … Read more
Author: Zeng Anna, Chief Pharmacist, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University Editor: Luo Wei, Pharmacist, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoction Powder A cost-effective and labor-saving dosage form of traditional Chinese medicine You may have heard of dosage forms such as tinctures, pills, pastes, powders, and decoctions, but does … Read more
If dryness and heat injure the lungs, leading to both Qi and Yin deficiency, which affects the lung’s functions of dispersing and descending, resulting in dry cough without phlegm, shortness of breath, and chest tightness, what decoction can be used for treatment? Pneumonia, bronchial asthma, acute and chronic bronchitis, bronchiectasis, and lung cancer are all … Read more
1. Má Huáng Tāng (Ephedra Decoction), Guì Zhī Tāng (Cinnamon Twig Decoction), Xiǎo Qīng Lóng Tāng (Minor Blue Dragon Decoction) Differences: Má Huáng Tāng combines Má Huáng (Ephedra) and Guì Zhī (Cinnamon Twig), providing a strong sweating effect and is effective in dispersing lung qi to relieve asthma. It is a pungent-warm formula suitable for … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), there are various forms of medicine such as pills, powders, ointments, and elixirs. With advancements in science and technology, the forms of Chinese herbal medicine are also evolving. In addition to decoctions, modern Chinese patent medicines, instant granules, and powdered herbs are increasingly accepted by many. However, many patients may … Read more