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Zaizao Wan (Rebuilding Pill) 【Prescription】20g Qishe Meat (蕲蛇肉), 15g Quanxie (全蝎), 5g Dilong (地龙), 10g Jiangcan (僵蚕, stir-fried), 10g Chuan Shan Jia (穿山甲, processed), 10g Bao Gu (豹骨, processed), 5g Shexiang (麝香), 15g Water Buffalo Horn Powder (水牛角浓缩粉), 2.5g Artificial Niu Huang (人工牛黄), 10g Gui Jia (龟甲, processed), 10g Zhusha (朱砂), 20g Tianma (天麻), 20g … Read more
The term “formulation” refers to the preparation forms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) prescriptions. Over time, due to the accumulation of therapeutic experience and the needs of clinical diagnosis and treatment, TCM prescriptions have developed various forms such as decoctions, wines, teas, tinctures, pills, powders, pastes, pellets, tablets, and gels, as well as strips and … Read more
Introduction: In addition to decoctions made from Chinese herbs, the main forms of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) are pills, powders, pastes, and pellets. There are also forms like tinctures, teas, extracts, tablets, and more. Today, we will easily interpret the “pill form”. We welcome your feedback on whether you like the format and content. How … Read more
1. Taking with Boiled Water Boiled water is the most commonly used method for taking pill medications. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), it is believed that boiled water can be used for any pills that tonify Yang, regulate Qi and blood, and open the meridians. 2. Taking with Ginger Juice Pills for treating deficiency cold … Read more
Yao Da Daily Learning of Pharmaceutical Knowledge Yao Da Good Partner for Pharmacists Total6464 Words|Recommended Reading21 Minutes From | Chinese Pharmaceutical Technology Drying is a crucial step in the preparation process of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) pills, and the choice of drying method and optimization of process parameters directly determine the quality of the dried … Read more
Jiu Zhi Qing Xin Wan (久芝清心丸) 【Prescription】Dahuang (Rhubarb), Huangqin (Scutellaria), Jiegeng (Platycodon), Shanyao (Chinese Yam), Dingxiang (Clove), Niuhuang (Cattle Gallstone), Shexiang (Musk), Bingpian (Borneol), Zhushua (Cinnabar), Xionghuang (Realgar), Bohe (Peppermint). 【Preparation Method】The above eleven ingredients, except for Niuhuang, Shexiang, Bingpian, and Bohe, Zhushua and Xionghuang are separately ground or pulverized into very fine powder; the … Read more
What are Concentrated Pills? Concentrated pills refer to pills made from decocted or partially decocted herbal materials that have been extracted and concentrated, combined with suitable excipients or remaining herbal powder, and formed into pills using water, honey, or a mixture of honey and water as a binder. They are also known as medicinal paste … Read more
Introduction:The essence of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) lies in syndrome differentiation and treatment, using medications tailored to the individual. Therefore, the dosage can be adjusted as needed. The forms of pills, powders, and pastes follow certain rules, and the preparation methods are based on ancient practices. The use of medications in orthopedics is a crucial … Read more
Author: Pharmacy Department, Xiangshan Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Huangpu District, Shanghai Chief Chinese Medicine Pharmacist: He Lin Traditional Chinese Medicine Pills refer to spherical or quasi-spherical forms made from finely powdered herbs or herbal extracts combined with suitable binders or other excipients. They are one of the earliest dosage forms used in clinical medicine in … Read more
Throughout history, many are familiar with medicinal pills, especially those made from traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), which vary in size and function! In ancient times, there were mud pills personally rolled by Ji Gong, elixirs from Taoist alchemists, and today, we have pills as small as seeds and as large as ping pong balls. Is … Read more