Last Lecture

Question 1

4 principles of treatment with formula

Answer 1

1. Differentiate the root (Zangfu) and Branches (channels)
2. Normal and Contrary TX: Normal- deficient- tonify; Contrary- complicated- cold (decrease) + wei qi def (weak- increase)
3. Different tx for same disease; same tx for different disease
4. Tx according to the seasons environment and individual

Question 2

3 Modifications of Formulas

Answer 2

1. change of ingredients by addition or omitting
2. Change of dosages by increase or decrease
3. Administration of type by decoction or pills

Question 3

10 Formula Types (MD3UCT LBW)

Answer 3

1. Moisten Dampness
2. Disperse- clogged condition
3. Drain- obstruction
4. Dry- dampness
5. Unblock- stagnation
6. Clear- excess condition (heat)
7. Tonify- weak/deficient condition
8. Lubricate- sticky retention
9. Bind- abandonment disorder
10. Weigh Down- anxiety (LV Yang Rising)

Question 4

8 Traditional Strategies

Answer 4

1. Sweating- Exterior
2. Vomiting- stagnation
3. Downward Draining- constipation
4. Harmonizing- Shao Yang Disorder
5. Warming- Cold
6. Clear- Heat/Fire
7. Reducing- Excess
8. Tonify- Deficient

Question 5

4 Endangered Herbs

Answer 5

Tiger Bone (Bi Syndrome, Joint Pain)
Himalayan Antler (internal wind- stroke)
Rhino Horn (shen disorders)
Musk Deer (phlegm disorders)

Question 6

Toxicity of Herbs

Answer 6

Fu Zi (Aconite)- Warming- expel cold (internal)