Medicinal pastes, which flourished during the Han and Tang dynasties, originated from the imperial court. Also known as gāo jì (膏剂), gāo zī (膏滋), they are precious traditional Chinese medicine preparations that integrate nourishment, prevention, regulation, and disease elimination. Ancient medical texts, including the Huangdi Neijing (黄帝内经) and Jinkui Yaolue (金匮要略), document their use. Due … Read more
This Issue’s Pharmacist Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (Pharmacy Department) Traditional Chinese Medicine Pharmacist – Liang Qian In the previous issue, we detailed the types of medicinal pills, including their advantages, disadvantages, and suitable populations. Today, we will introduce the last type of TCM dosage form – medicinal pastes. Medicinal pastes … Read more
A few days ago, when discussing the treatment of patients with fatty liver using medicinal pastes, a term was mentioned: Qing Gao (Clear Paste). Many patients are quite interested in this type of paste, so today let’s learn more about it. The medicinal paste, also known as Gao Ji (paste preparation), is a form of … Read more
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
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