Traditional Chinese Medicine Pills Should Be Consumed Within 3 Months

Traditional Chinese Medicine Pills Should Be Consumed Within 3 Months

Some people believe that the longer Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) pills are stored, the better their efficacy. Is this really the case? According to Zhang Mingsheng, Deputy Director of the TCM Guidance Clinic at the First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui University of Chinese Medicine and a TCM pharmacist, while there is a saying “the older … Read more

Understanding Water Pills in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Understanding Water Pills in Traditional Chinese Medicine

What are Water Pills? Water pills refer to pills made by finely grinding herbal pieces and using water or other solvents such as yellow wine, vinegar, diluted medicinal juice, sugar solution, or a water solution containing less than 5% honey as a binding agent. They are one of the traditional forms of Chinese medicine. In … Read more

Zheng’s Trauma Medicine Formulation Techniques (Pills, Tablets, Liquid Formulations, Capsules, Ointments, Rubber Ointments)

Zheng's Trauma Medicine Formulation Techniques (Pills, Tablets, Liquid Formulations, Capsules, Ointments, Rubber Ointments)

Zheng’s New Trauma Medicine Formulations Due to the limitations of the times, Zheng’s trauma medicine formulations mainly remain in traditional forms such as ointments, pills, powders, and granules. With the continuous development of pharmaceutical technology and the ongoing efforts of Zheng’s trauma medicine inheritors, they have enriched the varieties of Zheng’s trauma medicines under the … Read more

Detailed Explanation of Hospital Formulations: Jianpi Yangwei Wan, Matong Ning Wan, and Xuanyun Ning Wan

Detailed Explanation of Hospital Formulations: Jianpi Yangwei Wan, Matong Ning Wan, and Xuanyun Ning Wan

Xuanyun Ning Wan (Dizziness Relief Pill) Xuanyun Ning Wan is developed based on the comprehensive analysis of the causes and mechanisms of dizziness in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). It draws from ancient and classical formulas for treating dizziness, particularly referencing the “Zexie Decoction” from the Han Dynasty’s Jinkui Yaolue and the “Erchen Decoction” from the … Read more

Understanding the Use of Da Mi Wan (Large Honey Pills) in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Understanding the Use of Da Mi Wan (Large Honey Pills) in Traditional Chinese Medicine

We know that medicines come in various forms depending on the manufacturing process, with common types including tablets, pills, pastes, granules, and capsules. With the continuous advancement of technology, the medicines produced have become increasingly convenient for people to take. So why does the “Da Mi Wan” (Large Honey Pill) exist, which some might consider … Read more

Methods for Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine Pills

Methods for Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine Pills

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

Analysis of Drying Issues in Traditional Chinese Medicine Pills

Analysis of Drying Issues in Traditional Chinese Medicine Pills

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

Introduction to TCM Pills Series Three

Introduction to TCM Pills Series Three

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

Common Methods for Using Oral Forms of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Common Methods for Using Oral Forms of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Pills Pills are further divided into honey pills (large and small honey pills, water honey pills), water pills, concentrated pills, wax pills, and drop pills. Small pills can be taken with warm water, while large honey pills cannot be swallowed whole and should be chewed or broken into smaller pieces before being taken with warm … Read more

Six Common Pills Used in Orthopedics in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Six Common Pills Used in Orthopedics in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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