medicinal pastes

Understanding the Diverse Forms of Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Understanding the Diverse Forms of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has a variety of forms, with over 40 types recorded in the Ming Dynasty’s Compendium of Materia Medica. Since the founding of the People’s Republic of China, many new forms have been developed, such as tablets, granules, and injections. Here, we will explore the diverse forms of TCM: 1. Decoctions (汤剂) … Read more

What Are the Differences Between Medicinal Pastes and Decoctions? Insights from the Cai Dian District Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital: Understand These Six Points!

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What Are the Differences Between Medicinal Pastes and Decoctions? Insights from the Cai Dian District Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital: Understand These Six Points!

When it comes to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) adjustments, most people first think of “decoctions”. Indeed, TCM decoctions are the most common method for treatment and adjustment, but with the progress and development of society, medicinal pastes (gāo fāng) have gradually become well-known. As the saying goes, “Taking medicinal pastes in winter ensures a smooth … Read more