Herbal Prescriptions in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Chinese herbal medicine constitutes a powerful therapy to address underlying causes of physical or psychological problems and disorders.   Herbs are prescribed in well balanced formulas to meet the specific needs of the patient and provide essential nutrients that support healing.   Rather than simply treating symptoms Chinese herbs have energetic properties that work to balance the meridian and organ systems.  They may be taken in tea, pill, capsule, or powder form.  Each formula is prescribed to meet the specific requirements of the patient and pose no dangerous side-effects.

There are many conditions in which patients can benefit from either drugs or herbs.  Those who do not wish to take prescription drugs, or cannot tolerate drugs due to associated side-effects; do have alternatives with herbal remedies.   Chinese herbal medicines may be prescribed for internal use or applied externally.  Although herbals are generally gentler in action than western prescription medicines they are still potent medicines and should not be taken carelessly.