TCM formulas

Revisiting the Diagnostic and Treatment System for Early External Pathogenic Diseases: Do You Master These Knowledge Points?

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Revisiting the Diagnostic and Treatment System for Early External Pathogenic Diseases: Do You Master These Knowledge Points?

Introduction:Xiong Zhicheng is a fourth-generation disciple of Master Xiao Xiangru. Today, let us revisit the content related to external pathogenic diseases as recorded by Brother Xiong from the book “Reconstruction”. ​​ Reconstructing the Diagnostic and Treatment System for Early External Pathogenic Diseases Careful reading of the book “Reconstruction” reveals the immense effort and dedication the … Read more

Key Principles of TCM Treatment for Exogenous Diseases (Including SARS Treatment Approaches)

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Key Principles of TCM Treatment for Exogenous Diseases (Including SARS Treatment Approaches)

In 2003, during the SARS outbreak in Hong Kong, I first proposed the principle of grasping the three yangs and treating at the taiyang. The key to treatment isgrasping the three yangs and treating at the taiyangThe first layer of meaning in grasping the three yangs isto focus the differentiation and treatment on the taiyang, … Read more

How to Make Traditional Chinese Medicine Pills: A Step-by-Step Guide to Honey Pills and Water Pills

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How to Make Traditional Chinese Medicine Pills: A Step-by-Step Guide to Honey Pills and Water Pills

Honey pills are one of the most widely used forms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) besides decoctions. However, nowadays, whether in cities or rural areas, there are fewer and fewer TCM shops capable of making honey pills, and even when available, the production costs are quite high, which is indeed regrettable. In fact, the method … Read more

The Wonders of Honey Pills: A Step-by-Step Guide with Video Instructions

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The Wonders of Honey Pills: A Step-by-Step Guide with Video Instructions

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

How Are Medicinal Pills Made?

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How Are Medicinal Pills Made?

【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

Effective External Powder Formulas for Various Pains

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Family Secret Recipe for Pain Relief: Mix equal parts of Xixin (Asarum), Bing Pian (Borneol), and Sheng Cao Wu (Fresh Aconite), using a little less Bing Pian and crushing them. Method: Inhale a small amount through the nose quickly. This can treat headaches, toothaches, and neck pain!!!Chronic Pain: Qiang Jin Song 1 b1 2 Sodium … Read more

Selected Formulas for Spot Removal, Skin Whitening, and Moisturizing

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Selected Formulas for Spot Removal, Skin Whitening, and Moisturizing

Baibai San (Eight Whites Powder) 【Formula】Bai Ji (White Bletilla), Bai Ding Xiang (White Clove), Bai Jiang Can (White Silkworm), Bai Chou (White Wormwood), Du Jiao Li (Thorny Jujube), Xin Sheng Ma (New Rhizome of Cimicifuga) each 90 grams, Shan Nai Zi (Mountain Nutmeg), Bai Lian (White Vine), Bai Zhi (White Atractylodes) each 60 grams, Bai … Read more

Topical Pain Relief Formulations in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Topical Pain Relief Formulations in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The Zhao’s Pain Relief Formula 【Ingredients】: 22 pieces of large centipede (dà wú gōng), 50 grams of Panax notoginseng (sān qī); 100 grams of Xuanhu (xuán hú); 1000 grams of Chuanxiong (chuān xiōng); 50 grams of Bai Zhi (bái zhǐ); 30 grams of Bei Xin (běi xīn); 50 grams of Qiang Huo (qiāng huó); 50 … Read more

Comprehensive Guide to Remedies for Hiccups, Acid Reflux, and Diarrhea

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Comprehensive Guide to Remedies for Hiccups, Acid Reflux, and Diarrhea

9. Hiccups and Acid Reflux 1. Qing Yu Er Chen Decoction: Ju Hong (Tangerine Peel) 18g, Ban Xia (Pinellia) 18g, Fu Ling (Poria) 18g, Zhi Shi (Bitter Orange) 18g, Bai Shao (White Peony) 18g, Chuan Xiong (Szechuan Lovage) 12g, Zhi Zi (Gardenia) 14g, Lian Qiao (Forsythia) 15g, Xiang Fu (Cyperus) 14g, Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) 18g, … Read more

Discussion on the Decoction Method of Zhang Zhongjing’s Formulas

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Discussion on the Decoction Method of Zhang Zhongjing's Formulas

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