Common Ailments & TCM Remedies

Digestive Disorders
Sleep & Stress Management
Women’s Health (Menstruation, Fertility, Menopause)
Pain Management (Back Pain, Arthritis, Headaches)
Respiratory Health (Colds, Allergies, Asthma)

12 External Powders for Treating Fractures

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12 External Powders for Treating Fractures

12 External Powders for Treating Fractures 1. X消肿散 (Xiaozhong San) Feitian Wugong (Flying Centipede) 【Source】Stems and leaves of the plant Xiyeteng (Arisaema heterophyllum). 【Habitat Distribution】Grows in damp areas such as deep mountain cliffs, ancient trees, and walls. Distributed from southwestern to southeastern China. 【Properties】Spicy, warm. 【Functions and Indications】Reduces swelling and alleviates pain. Used for traumatic … Read more

Understanding the Formulation of Chinese Herbal Powders

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Understanding the Formulation of Chinese Herbal Powders

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

A Formula for Lung Rescue: Treating Pneumonia, Bronchial Asthma, Lung Cancer, and More

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A Formula for Lung Rescue: Treating Pneumonia, Bronchial Asthma, Lung Cancer, and 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

Comparison Summary of TCM Formulas (Part Two)

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Comparison Summary of TCM Formulas (Part Two)

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

Which Form of Traditional Chinese Medicine is Most Effective: Decoctions, Granules, Powders, or Pills?

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Which Form of Traditional Chinese Medicine is Most Effective: Decoctions, Granules, Powders, or Pills?

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

Is Thicker Chinese Herbal Decoction Better? Important Considerations for Brewing Herbal Medicine

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Is Thicker Chinese Herbal Decoction Better? Important Considerations for Brewing Herbal Medicine

Recently, many friends have messaged me, saying that they bought some formulas locally and are brewing them at home. They asked me for precautions and mentioned an important point: is it true that the longer you brew Chinese herbal medicine, the better? Is a thicker decoction better? In fact, this has been a question for … Read more

Correct Methods and Precautions for Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

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Correct Methods and Precautions for Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

▍Source: Hebei Traditional Chinese Medicine Liver Disease Hospital Subscription Account ▍Compiled by: Li Xue In daily life, most people have had experiences with medication. During medication, in addition to using the right medicine for the right symptoms, it is also important to pay attention to the method of taking the medicine, in order to improve … Read more

Traditional Recipe Collection: Gui Zhi Tang (Cinnamon Twig Decoction)

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Traditional Recipe Collection: Gui Zhi Tang (Cinnamon Twig Decoction)

Gui Zhi Tang Zheng (Gui Zhi Decoction Pattern) Gui Zhi Tang is the first formula in the “Shang Han Lun” (Treatise on Cold Damage). Before discussing Gui Zhi Tang, let us first understand what a decoction pattern is. The “Shang Han Lun” is fundamental to TCM clinical practice, establishing a diagnostic system that is crucial … Read more

Which is More Effective: Pills or Decoctions in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

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Which is More Effective: Pills or Decoctions in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

In the daily operations of a pharmacy, patients often ask the question: which is more effective, “pills” or “decoctions”? First, let us understand these two forms of TCM preparations. Pills (wanji) and decoctions (tangji) are two important forms of traditional Chinese medicine. Pills refer to spherical or quasi-spherical preparations made from finely powdered herbs or … Read more

Insights on the Oral Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

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Insights on the Oral Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

When it comes to traditional Chinese herbs, do you also think of a steaming bowl of herbal decoction, rich in medicinal aroma? Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), as the crystallization of wisdom accumulated over thousands of years by the Chinese nation, has permeated into countless households with its philosophy of treating (preventing) diseases. Especially in the … Read more