Snake bite herbal medicine and folk remedies

Author: Huang Zhaosheng
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Publish Date: 2004-02-01
Features:
1. Variety: This book includes 90 commonly used anti-rheumatic Chinese herbal medicines widely distributed and with significant therapeutic effects. They are categorized into four major classes based on efficacy, with several species included in each class. Each medicine is described in terms of its standard name, synonyms, source, morphology, efficacy, usage, and empirical formulas, accompanied by 1-3 original habitat images of the living plant.
2. Introduction: Divided into four parts—functions of snakebite herbal medicines, classification of snakebite herbal medicines, selection of snakebite herbal medicines, and pronunciation notes for snakebite herbal medicines—this section briefly introduces relevant knowledge about using anti-rheumatic herbal medicines, guiding readers to select and use medicines scientifically and appropriately.
3. Standard Name: The standard names mentioned in this book are selected from commonly used Chinese herbal medicines or plant names.
4. Synonyms: Due to space limitations, only a few synonyms are included in this book, generally prioritizing those widely used.
5. Source: This section scientifically records the family name, Chinese name, Latin name, and medicinal parts of various medicinal plants, along with brief explanations of their harvesting season and processing methods.
6. Morphology: It briefly introduces the morphological characteristics of various medicinal plants. Important morphological features are marked numerically in both text and accompanying habitat images to facilitate identification and selection. Additionally, brief notes on habitat and distribution are provided.
7. Efficacy: Describes the nature, taste, functions, and uses of various medicines.
8. Usage: Records the dosage and usage of various medicines, paying attention to noting their toxicity or contraindications with combinations.
9. Empirical Formulas: Describes the (time-tested effective formulas) of various medicines within the scope of anti-rheumatic treatment. The selected empirical formulas are simple in composition and easy to use, making them highly suitable for household selection. Clinical application should involve adjustments based on symptoms or follow medical advice.
10. Index: Includes the standard names, synonyms, and original plant names of the 90 anti-rheumatic herbal medicines in this book, arranged in pinyin order.