Decoctions are the most commonly used form of traditional Chinese medicine, and they were first developed during the Shang Dynasty. During the Xia and Zhou Dynasties, there were already relatively sophisticated pottery items, such as cauldrons, basins, bowls, and jars. In the Shang Dynasty, pottery was more widely used in daily life, and there were … Read more
Chinese herbal decoctions are one of the common forms of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), characterized by rapid absorption, effective action, and flexible adjustments based on symptoms. They are widely used in clinical practice. Most people judge the skill level of a physician based on the efficacy of the herbal medicine they take, not realizing that … Read more
The correct dosage of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) decoctions is extremely important. As stated in the Tang Ye Ben Cao: “For diseases above, frequent and small doses are preferred; for those below, large and infrequent doses are acceptable; small doses nourish the upper, while large doses strongly supplement the lower.” To this day, the terms … Read more
Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is an important component of TCM treatment, but some patients are not very familiar with the preparation of Chinese herbal decoctions. Today, let’s take a look at some precautions regarding the decoction of Chinese herbs. What type of container is needed for decocting Chinese herbs? 01 … Read more
Decoctions are the most commonly used form in clinical practice. Factors such as the choice of decoction utensils, the amount of water, the heat level, the method of decoction, the timing of consumption, the dosage, and contraindications can all affect the efficacy and safety of the medication. As stated in the Compendium of Materia Medica: … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) decoctions refer to liquid preparations obtained by boiling Chinese medicinal herbs in water to extract their active components. They are one of the traditional forms of TCM and are central to TCM treatment of diseases. The term “tang” (汤) means to wash away, indicating that decoctions are quickly absorbed, easily exert … 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
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
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