Timing, Temperature, Frequency, and Dosage of Decoction Administration

Timing, Temperature, Frequency, and Dosage of Decoction Administration

The Method and Efficacy of Decoction Administration The method of taking traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) decoctions significantly affects their efficacy. The famous physician of the Qing Dynasty, Chen Xiuyuan, stated: “The recovery from illness is not only dependent on the prescription but also on the method of administration; improper administration not only fails to work … Read more

What Are the Considerations for the Temperature, Dosage, Method, and Timing of Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions?

What Are the Considerations for the Temperature, Dosage, Method, and Timing of Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions?

What Are the Principles of Proper Use of Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions? When taking Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) decoctions, it is essential to follow the guidance of a physician or pharmacist based on the condition, mastering the temperature, method, dosage, timing, and precautions for safe, effective, and economical medication. What Are the Considerations for the … Read more

How to Properly Take Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

How to Properly Take Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) decoctions are one of the traditional forms of Chinese medicine and are the most commonly used method for treatment. Many patients often overlook the proper methods of taking TCM decoctions, which not only directly affects the efficacy of the medicine but also relates to the patient’s recovery. 1. Timing for Taking … Read more

Common Methods for Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

Common Methods for Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

The famous physician of the Qing Dynasty, Xu Lingtai, said: “The effectiveness of a treatment depends not only on whether the prescription is appropriate for the disease, but also on the method of taking the medicine. If the method is incorrect, it may not only be ineffective but also harmful; this is something that must … Read more

Introduction to TCM Concepts 1: The Principle of Yin-Yang Balance in All Things, Not Just in TCM

Introduction to TCM Concepts 1: The Principle of Yin-Yang Balance in All Things, Not Just in TCM

Phoenix TCM: A media platform focused on TCM news for the global Chinese community Source | This article is authorized for publication from the “Introduction to TCM Concepts” textbook by Li Wenqiang. All rights reserved by the copyright holder. Editor: Mu Mu. For business inquiries and submissions, please contact via WeChat: aicaojilu Editor’s Note:The Guangming … Read more