Pharmacopoeia (Upper and Lower)

Author: Li Fei, Editor-in-Chief
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Publishing Date: 2002-05-01
Features: This book is divided into three parts: the General Introduction, the Specific Sections, and the Appendix. The General Introduction elaborates on the brief history of formula studies, the relationship between formulas and treatment methods, the classification of formulas, the composition and variations of formulas, dosage forms, and methods of decoction and administration. The Specific Sections, based on the principle of organizing formulas according to treatment methods, are categorized into twenty chapters, including those on treating external pathogens, purgation, and others. The Appendix introduces teaching and research methods in formula studies, evaluates key reference books, and provides an index of formulas. This book aims to comprehensively and systematically summarize the development of formula studies, the evaluation of their therapeutic effects, clinical applications, explanations of difficult cases, new advancements, methods, technologies, and experiences in clinical research, as well as new achievements and research methods in experimental studies of formula studies. It fully reflects the academic level and development prospects of Chinese medicine formula studies at the end of the 20th century. The content is rich, the data is detailed, and the book has strong practicality and guidance, with a certain depth, breadth, and height. This book is suitable for teaching staff and upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in traditional Chinese medicine at higher medical and pharmaceutical institutions, as well as for senior clinical physicians and researchers.