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Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies
Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies
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by Dan Bensky (Author), Randall Barolet
The companion volume to Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica, this book of Chinese medicinal formulas in English serves as both a textbook for students and a major reference source for practitioners. Included are nearly 600 Chinese medicinal formulas arranged in 18 functional categories.
For each of the 250-plus principal formulas there is a discussion of its therapeutic actions and indications, analysis of the functions and interactions of the ingredients, method of preparation, and a list of modifications to customize the formula in the clinic. Commentary explains different interpretations of the formulas, compares them with related formulas, and discusses their application in treating biomedically-defined disorders. Almost 350 variations and associated formulas offer additional options for the practitioner in the clinic. An informative introduction traces the historical evolution of the formulas, and provides practical pointers for their preparation and use.
REVIEWS
"Exquisitely executed and researched . . . Superb compilation . . . Highly recommended."
—American Journal of Acupuncture
"Far and away the most comprehensive English language treatment on TCM formulas. An important, essential work."
—Foster's Botanical & Herb Reviews
"Deservedly occupies a position with which all other books on Chinese herbal formulas will be measured. No serious student or practitioner could possibly be without this contemporary classic."
—The Journal of Chinese Medicine
"There is nothing to compare with it . . . Buy it."
—The Pacific Journal of Oriental Medicine
CONTENTS
Introduction to the history and practice of Chinese herbal medicine
Nearly 600 medicinal formulas arranged in 18 functional categories
Therapeutic indications (both TCM & biomedical), methods of preparation, analysis of ingredients and their interactions, commentary
Comparative tables of formulas
Cross references to prepared (patent) medicines, pinyin, and Japanese names
Bibliography and index
Supplemental Resource Guide to Prepared Medicines
Chinese Herbal Medicine: Formulas and Strategies
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