Discussion on the Decoction Method of Zhang Zhongjing’s Formulas Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shaanxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Yang Wanzhang Having a sharp blade is not enough; without refined techniques, one cannot prevail. A physician must not only differentiate diseases and recognize patterns but also be cautious in prescribing formulas and medications. This … Read more
Chinese herbal medicine is a treasure of our country’s medical system. The in-depth exploration, research, and summarization by ancient sages have led to the widespread recognition and application of Chinese herbal medicine. In addition to the dialectical treatment by doctors, the meticulous dispensing by pharmacists, and careful decoction, the correct method of taking medicine is … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) decoctions are liquid preparations made by boiling or soaking medicinal materials to extract their essence. This is one of the earliest and most widely used traditional forms of Chinese medicine. Decoctions can adapt to the principles of TCM’s differential diagnosis and treatment, demonstrating significant flexibility and applicability, meeting the needs for … Read more
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) decoctions are one of the earliest and most ancient forms of medicinal preparations in China. They are still widely used in clinical practice today. TCM decoctions are characterized by their flexible formulation, which meets the needs of TCM syndrome differentiation and treatment; they are also easy to prepare, using water as … Read more
Popularizing Medication Education for the Public Pharmacists for Women and Children In Action The doctor prescribed Jinlian Qingre effervescent tablets for a 6-year-old child, and the pharmacist advised that it should be dissolved in water according to the instructions before taking it, and should not be taken directly or held in the mouth. The attentive … Read more
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