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Essential Knowledge of Chinese Medicine: The Final Work of Powder Formulas

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Essential Knowledge of Chinese Medicine: The Final Work of Powder Formulas

In clinical practice, TCM surgery has prepared various pills, powders, and ointments for external use, aimed at treating various wounds (injuries). These preparations accelerate the shedding of necrotic tissue, suppress inflammatory responses, promote granulation tissue growth, and facilitate wound healing. They have a broad antibacterial spectrum and strong antibacterial and sterilizing power, with a long … Read more

Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine: Powder Formulations

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Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine: Powder Formulations

In Si Ni San (Four Reversal Powder), Chai Hu (Bupleurum) is used. Sha Yao (Peony), Zhi Shi (Bitter Orange), and Gan Cao (Licorice) are essential. This addresses the condition of Yang Qi stagnation leading to reversal. It effectively soothes the liver and regulates the spleen. Si Ni Tang (Four Reversal Decoction) warms the middle and … Read more

Essential Knowledge of Chinese Medicine: Powder Formulations (Part II)

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Essential Knowledge of Chinese Medicine: Powder Formulations (Part II)

Author: Zhao Yinming In Si Ni San (Four Reversal Powder), Chai Hu (Bupleurum) is used. Sha Yao (Peony), Zhi Shi (Bitter Orange), and Gan Cao (Licorice) are essential. This addresses Yang constraint leading to reversal. It smooths the liver and regulates the spleen, achieving remarkable effects. Wen Zhong San Han (Four Reversal Decoction) is used. … Read more

The Remarkable Efficacy of Powdered Medicinal Formulations for Internal and External Conditions

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The Remarkable Efficacy of Powdered Medicinal Formulations for Internal and External Conditions

Author: Wang Ling, Pharmacy Department, Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Powdered formulations, also known as sanji (散剂) or powders, are one of the niche varieties of clinical medications. They can be further processed into pastes, gels, suspensions, and other forms. Historically, they were widely used, … Read more

Understanding Chinese Herbal Powders

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Understanding Chinese Herbal Powders

The characteristics of herbal powders are: they are easy to prepare, absorb quickly, and save on medicinal materials, making them convenient for consumption and transport. For internal use, powders are generally made by grinding the medicinal materials and then taking them with warm water according to the required dosage. I also use powders in the … Read more