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 one of the most commonly used forms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Since their inception during the Shang Dynasty, decoctions have been used continuously and remain popular today. The preparation of decoctions requires specific attention to the brewing tools, water quality, heat control, and cooking methods. 1 Brewing Tools It is best to … Read more
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has over 40 types of medicinal forms, among which decoctions, pills, powders, plasters, capsules, and tablets are the most commonly used. With so many forms available, how should one choose when prescribing? Today, Dr. Licorice will analyze some influencing factors for prescribing pills and decoctions, hoping to provide some insights for … Read more
In daily life, most people have experience with medication. During the medication process, in addition to using the correct medicine for the symptoms, attention should also be paid to the method of taking the medicine to improve clinical efficacy and reduce adverse reactions. Among traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) formulations, decoctions are widely used due to … 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
In daily life, many people are most familiar with decoctions (tāngjì) as a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) preparation, but it is only one of many types of TCM formulations. The Huangdi Neijing records various forms such as decoctions, pills (wán), powders (sǎn), pastes (gāo), and medicinal wines, along with their preparation methods. 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