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【Encyclopedia of Chinese Herbal Medicine】 Here we have selected the top ten famous TCM formulas, organized into two parts for your reading and collection. The top ten formulas include Xiao Qing Long Tang (Minor Blue Dragon Decoction) from “Shang Han Lun (Treatise on Cold Damage)”, Da Cheng Qi Tang (Major Order the Qi Decoction) from … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has various forms such as pills, powders, pastes, and elixirs. With advancements in science and technology, the forms of Chinese herbal medicine are also changing. In addition to decoctions, modern Chinese patent medicines, ready-to-use granules, and powdered herbs are increasingly accepted by many.However, many patients may wonder which form of the … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions refer to liquid preparations made by boiling Chinese herbal pieces in water to extract their active components. This is one of the most commonly used forms in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Decoctions are characterized by rapid absorption, effective therapeutic action, and flexibility in adjusting the composition, allowing them to comprehensively and … Read more
12. Constipation 1. San Ren Tang (Three Nut Decoction): Song Zi Ren (Pine Nut) 25g, Huo Ma Ren (Hemp Seed) 20g, Gua Lou Ren (Trichosanthes Fruit) 25g. Decoction in water, take 1 dose daily. Effect: Moistens the intestines and relieves constipation. Indication: Constipation due to Yin deficiency and dryness of the intestines. 2. Pi Pa … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) decoctions are one of the traditional forms of TCM and are the most commonly used method for TCM treatment. The Compendium of Materia Medica states: “When taking decoctions, even if the herbs are specialized and properly processed, if the decoction is made carelessly, with improper water and fire, and the timing … Read more
Click the blue text above to follow「Shanxi Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine」 Research Institute of Chinese Herbal Formulas, Guo Dingding When it comes to taking traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), most people immediately think of drinking bitter decoctions. Decoctions are the most commonly encountered and familiar form of TCM. In fact, there are many forms … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine DecoctionsPreparation Guidelines Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) decoctions can be tailored according to the characteristics of the illness, allowing for differential treatment and adjustments based on symptoms. They are one of the important traditional forms of TCM. The Ming dynasty physician Li Shizhen pointed out: “Regardless of the quality of the herbs, if … Read more
As the old saying goes, if the decoction of Chinese medicine is not brewed properly, its efficacy is reduced by half. How should we brew Chinese medicine? Step 1: Selection of Brewing Utensils Do not use iron, copper, or aluminum pots, as chemical reactions may occur during the brewing process, reducing the medicinal efficacy. Use … Read more
Issue 12—The Legacy of Chinese Herbal Decoctions (with audio) This issue delves into traditional culture, bringing you insights into Chinese herbal decoctions and the historical figure Yi Yin. The forms of Chinese herbal formulas have been recorded since the Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon), including decoctions, pills, powders, pastes, wines, and elixirs, among others, … Read more
Traditional Chinese herbal decoctions are one of the main treatment methods in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). They adapt to TCM’s pattern differentiation and treatment principles, allowing for the comprehensive efficacy and characteristics of various herbal components to be fully utilized. The correct preparation and consumption methods of herbal decoctions are fundamental to ensuring the efficacy … Read more