Click the blue text to follow us Powder Formulation The field of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has a long history and rich cultural heritage. Among the various forms of Chinese herbal medicine, there exists an ancient and traditional solid dosage form widely used, known as powder formulations (散剂, san ji). What are Traditional Chinese Medicine … Read more
Author: Zeng Anna, Chief Pharmacist, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University Editor: Luo Wei, Pharmacist, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoction Powder A cost-effective and labor-saving dosage form of traditional Chinese medicine You may have heard of dosage forms such as tinctures, pills, pastes, powders, and decoctions, but does … Read more
Issue 12—The Legacy of Chinese Herbal Decoctions (with audio) This issue delves into traditional culture, bringing you insights into Chinese herbal decoctions and the historical figure Yi Yin. The forms of Chinese herbal formulas have been recorded since the Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon), including decoctions, pills, powders, pastes, wines, and elixirs, among others, … Read more
Introduction Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) decoctions refer to liquid preparations obtained by boiling Chinese herbal pieces in water to extract their active ingredients, and they are one of the traditional forms of TCM. As stated in the Compendium of Materia Medica: “When taking decoctions, even if the herbs are of high quality and the preparation … Read more
Traditional Chinese herbal decoctions have been passed down since ancient times, originating from the miraculous formulas of Yi Yin during the Shang Dynasty, and continue to be popular worldwide. Did you know? Making these magical decoctions is not as simple as just soaking the herbs; it requires attention to the choice of pot, water, heat, … Read more
Traditional Chinese herbal decoctions are an important means of clinical treatment in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The methods of preparation and administration directly affect the therapeutic outcomes. Clinical Advantages of Herbal Decoctions Herbal decoctions are liquid preparations made by boiling herbs in water to extract their active ingredients. During the boiling process, effective components dissolve … 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
Life TimesWeChatprovides authoritative and scientific health informationFollow us Colds are minor ailments, so minor that one doesn’t even need to go to the hospital; just taking some medicine can lead to recovery. However, there are times when even after taking medicine, the condition does not improve and may even worsen. The reason for this phenomenon … Read more
There is a distinction between Wind-Heat and Wind-Cold colds. It is not easy for non-professionals to differentiate between Wind-Heat and Wind-Cold colds. When using medication, the distinction between cold and heat is often unclear. This is why some people recover after taking medicine, while others may experience adverse effects. Today, we will explore how ordinary … Read more
The Theory of Yin-Yang and Five Elements in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Zang-Fu and Interior-Exterior Relationships Our ancestors discovered and believed that the natural world is a vast universe, while the human body is a small universe. In nature, there are the five elements: metal, wood, water, fire, and earth, while in the human body, there … Read more