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Understanding the Characteristics of Pills in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Who Should Use Them?

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Understanding the Characteristics of Pills in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Who Should Use Them?

This Issue’s Pharmacist Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated Hospital (Pharmacy Department) Traditional Chinese Medicine Pharmacist – Liang Qian In the previous video, we detailed the characteristics of powdered Chinese medicine forms, including their advantages, disadvantages, and suitable user groups. In this issue, we will introduce the pill form in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Pills … Read more

Common Pills for Strengthening the Spleen and Stomach

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Common Pills for Strengthening the Spleen and Stomach

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the spleen is referred to as the “foundation of postnatal life” and “the source of qi and blood transformation.” A good functioning of the spleen and stomach is crucial for the life activities of the entire body. When the spleen and stomach are weak, symptomatic medications can be taken under … Read more

Understanding the Preparation and Usage of Traditional Chinese Medicine Pills

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Understanding the Preparation and Usage of Traditional Chinese Medicine Pills

Pills (wan) are spherical or quasi-spherical solid preparations made from raw medicinal materials combined with suitable excipients. They are one of the traditional dosage forms in Chinese medicine, first documented in the pre-Qin text “Fifty-Two Disease Formulas.” Even today, despite the significant advancements in modern pharmaceutical industry, Chinese medicine pills remain one of the most … Read more

Common Forms of Chinese Herbal Medicine: Pills

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Common Forms of Chinese Herbal Medicine: Pills

1. What are Pills? Pills are spherical solid forms made by grinding herbs into fine powder or using herbal extracts, combined with suitable binders. 2. What are the advantages of Pills? Compared to decoctions, pills are particularly suitable for patients whocannot tolerate the taste of decoctions and have a relativelystablecondition. They are absorbed slowly, have … Read more

Summary of the Advantages and Disadvantages of Common Drug Dosage Forms

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Summary of the Advantages and Disadvantages of Common Drug Dosage Forms

To achieve optimal therapeutic effects, the same medication can be processed into different dosage forms for clinical use based on the route of administration. This article summarizes the advantages and disadvantages of commonly used drug dosage forms, hoping to be of assistance to everyone. 1. Characteristics of Liquid Preparations Advantages: ① High drug dispersion and … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine Formulations for Treating Angina Pectoris: Quick and Convenient Remedies by Dr. Guo Shikui

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Traditional Chinese Medicine Formulations for Treating Angina Pectoris: Quick and Convenient Remedies by Dr. Guo Shikui

Dr. Guo Shikui, a veteran TCM practitioner, has accumulated extensive experience in the prevention and treatment of coronary heart disease. He specializes in using methods such as invigorating blood circulation, resolving blood stasis, warming and promoting circulation, and tonifying Qi to treat angina pectoris and myocardial infarction. For moderate to severe angina pectoris, in addition … Read more

Some Chinese Herbs May Not Be Suitable for Powdering and Oral Administration

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Some Chinese Herbs May Not Be Suitable for Powdering and Oral Administration

■ Editor: Qiao Qiao Some patients prefer to slice Chinese herbs for soaking or to grind them into powder for oral administration, believing that this method avoids the hassle of decoction and enhances absorption, potentially improving efficacy. But is this really the case? In this issue, we will explore this question. The Origin of Powdering … Read more

Four External Herbal Powder Formulas from the Fifth Generation Heir of Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Four External Herbal Powder Formulas from the Fifth Generation Heir of Traditional Chinese Medicine

【An eBook gift at the end of the article】 Four External Herbal Powder Formulas This article introduces four external herbal powder formulas from Sun Hao, the fifth-generation heir of the Chenzi Men pediatric lineage, along with clinical cases. Fresh Tian Nan Xing Vinegar Paste for Abscess Treatment Fresh Tian Nan Xing (Zingiber zerumbet) 9-15g, ground … Read more

Liu Yi San: An Affordable and Effective Remedy for Heat and Dampness in Summer

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Liu Yi San: An Affordable and Effective Remedy for Heat and Dampness in Summer

In the hot summer months, Liu Yi San is a commonly inquired remedy, known for its affordability and practicality. The formula for Liu Yi San is quite simple, consisting of talcum powder (滑石粉, huá shí fěn) and licorice (甘草, gān cǎo) in a ratio of 6:1. Once prepared as a powder, it has a large … Read more

Effective External Powder Formulas for Various Pains

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Family Secret Recipe for Pain Relief: Mix equal parts of Xixin (Asarum), Bing Pian (Borneol), and Sheng Cao Wu (Fresh Aconite), using a little less Bing Pian and crushing them. Method: Inhale a small amount through the nose quickly. This can treat headaches, toothaches, and neck pain!!!Chronic Pain: Qiang Jin Song 1 b1 2 Sodium … Read more