Essentials of TCM Herbal Processing and Clinical Formulation

Author: Wang Kaotao
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Publish Date: 2005-04-01
Features: This book is written by Professor Wang Xiaotao, a renowned expert in traditional Chinese medicine processing. He has made outstanding contributions to revitalizing traditional Chinese pharmaceutical technology, establishing and improving the discipline of traditional Chinese medicine processing, and modernizing traditional processing techniques. The book is divided into two parts: Common Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions Processing Techniques and Common TCM Formulations Used in Clinical Practice.
The first part comprehensively introduces the processing functions, requirements, operational methods, and practical applications of 15 types of traditional Chinese medicine processing techniques. It also covers the quantitative quality requirements and storage and preservation requirements for traditional Chinese medicine decoctions.
The second part, based on the properties, efficacy, and different specifications of raw and processed decoctions, provides reliable and targeted common formulations for treating specific conditions. This allows clinicians and readers to understand the compatibility principles of using raw and processed decoctions in TCM formulations.
The appendix introduces the origins of Chinese medicinal materials, specific methods for harvesting, processing, drying, and storing Chinese medicinal materials, varieties of toxic medicinal materials, and TCM compatibility and contraindications. It also covers the preparation and administration of TCM decoctions.
The book is rich in content, concise in language, scientific, and practical, making it very convenient for readers to learn and master. It is suitable for grassroots personnel engaged in traditional Chinese medicine processing production, TCM dispensing, and TCM business management, as well as medicinal farmers. It can also serve as a reference for household use of TCM.