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In recent years, with the popularization of pre-packaged and bagged traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) decoctions, the troubles associated with decocting herbs have been greatly reduced, making more patients willing to accept and try herbal preparations, thus leading to better treatment and regulation of various related diseases. So, how should properly decocted and bagged herbal preparations … Read more
Packaged Chinese herbal decoctions refer to the herbal solutions that have been prepared and portioned for internal use, typically provided by hospitals that offer decoction services. The benefits of packaged herbal decoctions include saving time on preparation, reducing the risk of contamination from external harmful substances, and being easy for patients to carry and consume, … Read more
Follow us! The effectiveness of taking Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) decoctions depends not only on whether the prescription is appropriate for the condition but also on the correct method of preparation and the timing of administration. Different methods and timings can lead to significant differences in the efficacy of the medicine, so it is essential … Read more
Introduction Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) decoctions refer to liquid preparations obtained by boiling Chinese herbal pieces in water to extract their active ingredients, and they are one of the traditional forms of TCM. As stated in the Compendium of Materia Medica: “When taking decoctions, even if the herbs are of high quality and the preparation … Read more
Health Science Popularization Is your Chinese herbal decoction sour today? Recently, the editor noticed in the backend that some patients reported that their decoctions had a sour taste and were unsure if it was due to “spoiling” or the inherent taste of the herbs. Could you tell us how to distinguish this? The editor quickly … Read more
Overview Types of Medicinal Preparations The type of preparation refers to the specific form of the medicinal formulation that is processed based on the composition of the formula, the needs of the condition, and the different properties of the herbs. The history of medicinal preparations is long, with the earliest records in the 13 formulas … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) decoctions are effective agents for the clinical treatment of various diseases. Many individuals fail to achieve the intended therapeutic effects due to improper methods of administration, which can lead to ineffective treatment, reduced efficacy, and even delay in the progression of the disease. Therefore, the correct methods for taking TCM decoctions … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a national treasure of China, with a history of application spanning thousands of years. Among its various forms, decoctions are one of the most common and long-used traditional preparations. Do you know the details regarding the consumption of TCM decoctions, such as the temperature of the medicine, the timing of … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us immediately “Doctor, every time I prepare medicine, it’s too troublesome. Is there a more convenient way?” “Doctor, I need to take Chinese medicine for a long time, but it’s too bitter. What should I do?” In fact, different forms of Chinese medicine are suited for different conditions. When … Read more
Decoctions, also known as tangji (汤剂), refer to liquid preparations made by boiling or soaking herbs to extract their essence. This method is one of the earliest and most widely used forms in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). As stated in the preface of Qian Jin Yao Fang (千金要方): “In ancient prescriptions for treating diseases, all … Read more