Traditional Chinese medicine refers to the drugs used in traditional Chinese medicine, whose origins can be traced back to ancient times, and the development of traditional Chinese medicine has gone through a long historical process.
Traditional Chinese medicine originated in ancient times, and the earliest use of herbal medicine can be traced back to the Shang Dynasty more than 2,000 BC. Ancient medical documents such as "The Yellow Emperor's Neijing" and "The Book of Difficulties" recorded a large number of Chinese herbal formulas and methods.
In the subsequent historical period, TCM gradually developed into an independent medical system and formed a complete theoretical system. In the Song Dynasty, the famous medical scientist Sun Simiao compiled the "Preparation for Emergencies", which was the first pharmacological monograph in the history of Chinese medicine, which systematically summarized the classification of traditional Chinese medicine, the return of sexual taste and so on.
The famous medical scientist Li Shizhong compiled the Compendium of Materia Medica, which became the most important pharmacological masterpiece in ancient China. At the same time, a large number of new drugs have been discovered and applied, and the discipline of traditional Chinese medicine has been further developed.
Since the 20th century, traditional Chinese medicine has also played an important role in the development of modern medicine. Through research and practice, Chinese scientists have extracted many active ingredients and applied them to clinical practice**.
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is sought after by the majority of people in China, because TCM has a long history and rich experience accumulation, and it has unique advantages in health care.
First of all, TCM emphasizes holistic conditioning and individual differences. Traditional Chinese medicine health care focuses on the theory of balancing yin and yang and the five elements, and carries out personalized conditioning according to different constitutions and disease conditions through the method of syndrome differentiation and treatment. This personalized regimen is better adapted to the needs of the individual and improves the body's self-healing ability and resistance.
Secondly, traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes both internal and external conditioning. Traditional Chinese medicine health preservation not only focuses on internal conditioning, such as adjusting the function of viscera, balancing qi and blood, etc., but also pays attention to external conditioning, such as acupuncture, massage, herbal fumigation, etc., to promote the circulation of qi and blood, dredge the meridians, and enhance the body's function and maintenance effect.
In addition, TCM emphasizes long-term accumulation and maintenance. Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes perseverance, through long-term conditioning and maintenance, so that the body can maintain balance and health. The medicinal effect of Chinese herbal medicine is milder and mild, which is suitable for long-term use and does not put too much burden on the body.
Finally, TCM health care focuses on the overall concept. Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes the harmonious coexistence of man and nature, and advocates adjusting diet, work and rest and physical activities according to seasonal and climate changes to adapt to changes in the natural environment and enhance the body's adaptability and resistance.
The time it takes for Chinese medicine to be metabolized in the human body varies from person to person, depending on a number of factors, including the nature of the drug, the dosage, the individual's metabolic capacity, and other physical conditions.
Generally speaking, the metabolic process of traditional Chinese medicine can be divided into four stages: absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion.
The absorption stage refers to the process of Chinese medicine being absorbed by the digestive tract into the blood circulation, the distribution stage refers to the distribution of traditional Chinese medicine to various tissues and organs in the body, the metabolic stage refers to the conversion of traditional Chinese medicine into metabolites through chemical reactions in organs such as the liver, and the excretion stage refers to the metabolites leaving the body through urine, feces, respiration and other pathways.
Different TCM components have different metabolic rates. Some TCM ingredients may be metabolized within a few hours, while others may take days or weeks to be fully metabolized.
In addition, an individual's metabolic capacity also affects the rate at which TCM is metabolized. An individual's age, liver and kidney function, genetic factors, and more may all have an impact on metabolic speed.
It is important to note that the metabolic process of TCM may change depending on the nature of the drug. Some TCM ingredients may accumulate in the body, prolonging the metabolic time.
In general, the time for TCM to be metabolized in the human body varies depending on the drug and individual differences, and it is not possible to give a specific time frame. If you need to know the metabolic time of a specific Chinese medicine, it is recommended to consult a doctor or pharmacist to accurately understand it according to the drug instructions or professional pharmacology knowledge.
1.Choose formal channels to buy TCM: Make sure the TCM you buy comes from a reputable pharmacy or hospital and avoid buying counterfeit and shoddy products.
2.Follow the doctor's guidance: The use of traditional Chinese medicine should be carried out under the guidance of the doctor, follow the doctor's dosage and medication method, and the dose should not be increased or decreased or discontinued at will.
3.Pay attention to the indications and contraindications: understand the indications and contraindications of the Chinese medicine used, make sure that you are not a contraindication patient, and avoid using it beyond the scope of indications.
4.Pay attention to allergic reactions: Some people may have allergic reactions to certain TCM ingredients, such as rash, redness, swelling, dyspnea and other allergic symptoms, they should stop the drug immediately and seek medical treatment.
5.Avoid interacting with Western medicines: Certain TCM ingredients may interact with Western medicines, resulting in enhanced or weakened efficacy, and even serious adverse reactions. When taking Chinese medicine, you should inform your doctor about the western medicine you are using at the same time to avoid unnecessary risks.
6.Storage and shelf life: Traditional Chinese medicine should be stored in a cool, dry and ventilated environment, away from direct sunlight and moisture. At the same time, pay attention to the shelf life of Chinese medicines, expired Chinese medicines may lose their medicinal effect or produce harmful substances.
7.No abuse or long-term use: TCM is not harmless, and long-term abuse or overuse of TCM may lead to adverse reactions or drug dependence. The prescribed course of treatment should be carried out as recommended by a physician and discontinued after completion**.
In conclusion, although TCM has certain efficacy, it still needs to be used under the guidance of a doctor, following the principle of rational use of medicine to ensure the safe and effective use of TCM.