Medical Examination

Author: Wu Kun
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Publish Date: 1998-10-01
Features: This book was compiled by the Ming Dynasty medical practitioner Wu Kun. The entire work consists of six volumes, collecting over 700 commonly used prescriptions from various dynasties. It is categorized into forty-four types based on symptoms, such as stroke, cold damage, common cold, summerheat dampness, and pestilence. Under each category, several similar prescriptions are collected. Following the principles of traditional medicine, the author incorporates personal insights, verifies the prescriptions against clinical evidence, and elucidates their subtle meanings. Each prescription is clearly explained in terms of its composition, significance, function, and drug compatibility. The book features precise selections of prescriptions and clear theoretical explanations, making it highly influential in the field of prescription books. It serves as an important reference for studying traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions.