Exploring the Dosage of Aconite: A Discussion on the Toxicity and Usage of Aconite in TCM

Exploring the Dosage of Aconite: A Discussion on the Toxicity and Usage of Aconite in TCM

Here to better understand Traditional Chinese Medicine, click the blue text to follow us. Aconite (Fu Zi) is a commonly used Chinese herb, included in many classical TCM formulas, but it is also well-known for its toxicity. Similar to Xie Xin (Asarum), the dosage of Aconite has always been a topic of debate. Some believe … Read more

Tips for Topical Medications in TCM

Tips for Topical Medications in TCM

Applying topical medications may seem straightforward, but there are many misconceptions. It is not necessarily better to apply the medication more frequently or to use a thicker layer of ointment. Sometimes, people rely on their experience to apply topical medications, but the results may not be ideal. In fact, there are many methods and details … Read more

Exploring the Dosage of Aconite: Is It Truly Highly Toxic?

Exploring the Dosage of Aconite: Is It Truly Highly Toxic?

Aconite Base Aconite (Fu Zi) is known as one of the “Four Essentials of Medicine” in TCM, with significant efficacy. The “Shang Han Lun” records 21 formulas containing Aconite, while the “Jin Gui Yao Lue” includes 13, and the “Zhou Hou Fang” lists 60. However, the dosage of Aconite has always been a topic of … Read more

Quality Requirements and Inspection of Chinese Herbal Pills

Quality Requirements and Inspection of Chinese Herbal Pills

Medical Liaison Officer Medical Liaison Officer Club Quality Requirements and Inspection of Pills 1. Dissolution time limit and moisture requirements 2. Weight differences, dosage differences, and applicability of dosage inspection☆ Moisture Requirements for Pills ★ Memorization Techniques ★ From honey to water, moisture content decreases from 1512 to 9, wax pills and drop pills contain … Read more