It is a medicine with three points of poison, and Chinese medicine summarizes 4 key points to teach you to take Chinese medicine correctly
In traditional Chinese medicine, the application of traditional Chinese medicine has a history of thousands of years. However, like any medicine, Chinese medicine is not completely harmless.
As the saying goes, "medicine is poisonous", which is not only a reminder of traditional Chinese medicine, but also a general warning for all medicines. In order to help you better understand and apply Chinese medicine, this article will combine the theory of Chinese medicine and summarize four key points to guide you to take Chinese medicine correctly.
1. Distinguish the symptoms and treat them, and use them as needed.
One of the core principles of traditional Chinese medicine is "symptomatic treatment", that is, according to the specific condition and physical condition of the patient, the first plan is formulated. Similarly, the use of Chinese medicine should also follow this principle. When choosing a Chinese medicine, you should first clarify your symptoms and needs, and then select the corresponding drugs in a targeted manner. For example, when you have a cold, you can choose traditional Chinese medicine preparations such as cold and heat clearing granules, but if it is a wind-heat cold, it is not appropriate to choose cold and heat clearing granules, but you should choose drugs such as Yinqiao Jiedu tablets.
Second, the compatibility is appropriate, and the drug effect is better.
The compatibility of traditional Chinese medicine is very particular, and the compatibility of different drugs will produce different effects.
Sometimes, a single herb may not be able to achieve the expected effect, but through reasonable compatibility, it can play a better effect. Therefore, when taking Chinese medicine, it is necessary to follow the doctor's advice, take the medicine according to the prescription, and do not change the medication or dosage by yourself. At the same time, for the compatibility of drugs that you do not understand, you must consult a professional physician to avoid adverse reactions due to improper compatibility.
3. Pay attention to the medicinal properties and decoction reasonably.
The medicinal properties of Chinese medicine are different from the chemical composition of Western medicine, and its efficacy depends largely on the way the medicine is cooked. When decocting traditional Chinese medicine, it is necessary to follow the principle of "decoction first, then down, simmering, and martial fire" to ensure that the active ingredients of the medicine are fully dissolved in the liquid medicine. In addition, it is best to choose ceramic or stainless steel for decoction utensils, and avoid using metal utensils such as iron and copper. At the same time, the medicine should be soaked in water for half an hour to one hour before decoction, so that the effect of the medicine can be better exerted.
Fourth, use appropriate amounts of medication, not too much.
The phrase "is the medicine is three parts poison" clearly points out the principle of appropriate drug use. Regardless of whether it is Chinese medicine or Western medicine, it should not be used in excess. Overdose not only increases the risk of adverse drug reactions, but also may cause damage to the body's internal organs. Therefore, when taking Chinese medicine, it must be taken according to the dosage recommended by the doctor, and the dose cannot be increased or decreased by yourself. If you feel unwell or have adverse reactions, you should stop the drug and consult a professional physician in time.
To sum up, the correct use of Chinese medicine requires us to understand the four key points of symptom identification, proper compatibility, attention to medicinal properties, and appropriate amount of medication. In practice, we should take the medicine according to our own situation and follow the doctor's advice.
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