Angelica Sinensis (当归) Botanical Origin The root of the perennial herb Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels, belonging to the Apiaceae family. This product is the dried root of Angelica sinensis. It is harvested in late autumn, with the fibrous roots and soil removed. After slight evaporation of moisture, it is bundled into small bunches and dried … Read more
The Ruler of Central Equilibrium—Dang Shen (Codonopsis) Dang Shen, named after its primary production area in the ancient Shanxi Shangdang region, is known for its high altitude, hence the name Shangdang. According to the Ben Cao Zheng Yi: “Dang Shen is capable of tonifying the spleen, nourishing the stomach, moistening the lungs, generating fluids, and … Read more
Pills are spherical or quasi-spherical preparations made from finely powdered medicinal materials or extracts combined with suitable adhesive excipients. They are one of the four major forms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) preparations, which also include powders, pastes, and pills. The history of pills is the oldest among these forms, and to this day, various … Read more
Author: Pharmacy Department, Xiangshan Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Huangpu District, Shanghai Chief Chinese Medicine Pharmacist: He Lin Traditional Chinese Medicine Pills refer to spherical or quasi-spherical forms made from finely powdered herbs or herbal extracts combined with suitable binders or other excipients. They are one of the earliest dosage forms used in clinical medicine in … Read more
【Traditional Chinese Medicine App】 Online/Offline Reading of Ancient and Modern TCM Books >>> As early as in the “Fifty-Two Disease Formulas”, there are detailed records of the names, prescriptions, and specifications of medicinal pills. The Song Dynasty’s “Taiping Huimin Heji Ju Fang” recorded a total of 788 formulas, among which 284 are medicinal pills, accounting … Read more
Pills refer to spherical or quasi-spherical preparations made from finely powdered Chinese herbs or herbal extracts combined with suitable binders or excipients, and are one of the forms of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). They can be categorized into water pills, honey pills, paste pills, wax pills, concentrated pills, and micro pills. With so many Chinese … 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
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
1. Decoction Tools: It is recommended to use a clay pot, ceramic jar, or enamel pot; stainless steel pots are also acceptable. Avoid using aluminum, iron, copper pots, pots with oil residue, and other metal containers. 2. Water for Decoction: It is advisable to use clean water with low mineral content and few metal ions. … Read more
Decoctions refer to liquid preparations made by boiling or soaking traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) herbs to extract their essence. Decoctions are one of the earliest and most widely used forms of TCM. They can adapt to the principles of TCM diagnosis and treatment, allowing for modifications based on symptoms. Decoctions are characterized by their simple … Read more