Drug Therapy

Article 160: Treatment of Lymphogranuloma Venereum, Traditional Chinese Medicine Differentiation, and Daily Precautions

Article 160: Treatment of Lymphogranuloma Venereum, Traditional Chinese Medicine Differentiation, and Daily Precautions

This chapter introduces systemic treatments (tetracycline, sulfathiazole, erythromycin, etc.) and local treatments (abscess aspiration, rectal stricture dilation). It categorizes lymphogranuloma venereum according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) patterns such as damp-heat accumulation in the lower abdomen, heat-toxin accumulation, and deficiency of both qi and blood, providing...

2026-05-12
Article 20: Sedatives (Sour Jujube Seed, Arborvitae Seed, Ganoderma Lucidum, Polygala Root, Albizia Bark, Polygonum Multiflorum Stem, Acorus Root, Dragon Bone, Dragon Teeth, Amber)

Article 20: Sedatives (Sour Jujube Seed, Arborvitae Seed, Ganoderma Lucidum, Polygala Root, Albizia Bark, Polygonum Multiflorum Stem, Acorus Root, Dragon Bone, Dragon Teeth, Amber)

This article introduces the definition, efficacy, pharmacological effects, and precautions for using sedatives. It details ten commonly used sedatives: Ziziphus jujuba seed (sour jujube seed) nourishes the heart and calms the mind; Platycladus orientalis seed (cypress seed) nourishes the heart and moistens the intestines; Ganoderma lucidum (reishi mushroom) invigorates qi and calms the mind;...

2026-05-11
Article 22: An Overview of Liver-Soothing and Yang-Subduing Herbs (Mother-of-Pearl, White Peony Root, Oyster Shell, Apocynum Venetum, Tribulus Terrestris, Prunella Vulgaris) and Tonifying Herbs

Article 22: An Overview of Liver-Soothing and Yang-Subduing Herbs (Mother-of-Pearl, White Peony Root, Oyster Shell, Apocynum Venetum, Tribulus Terrestris, Prunella Vulgaris) and Tonifying Herbs

This article introduces liver-soothing and yang-subduing herbs: mother-of-pearl soothes the liver, subdues yang, and improves eyesight; white peony nourishes blood and softens the liver; oyster shell soothes the liver, subdues yang, and astringes; apocynum venetum soothes the liver and calms the mind; tribulus terrestris soothes the liver and clears stagnation; and prunella vulgaris clears the...

2026-05-11
Preventing Tooth Decay: Causes and Treatments

Preventing Tooth Decay: Causes and Treatments

This section introduces the causes, developmental stages, and influencing factors of dental caries, including bacteria, dental plaque, saliva composition, and diet (especially sucrose). Prevention and treatment methods are proposed: reduce sugar intake and rinse mouth, use chlorhexidine mouthwash, seal interdental spaces, use fluoride, and improve overall health.

2026-04-22