Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine

 

What is Chinese herbal medicine?

Chinese medicine has been used for thousands of years in China to treat illness ,maintain wellness and prevent diseases. The substances that are commonly used are mostly from plant origin, although some animal parts and minerals may be used in certain cases.

How is it being prescribed in Sunway TCM Centre?

Unlike proprietary products our TCM physician will tailor a personalised herbal prescription based on the TCM diagnosis.The prescription comprises a customised formula range from 515 herbs generally, in appropriate dosage. As syndrome differentiation and condition may change from time to tme, the modification in prescription is needed weekly, biweekly or monthly. Patietns are generally required to take the herbs either once, twice or three times daily.

 

How will it help my condition?

The medication is meant to relieve symptoms by encouraging a self-healing process, boosting the immune system and eliminating pathogenic subtances. Scientific studies have shown evidence based results of traditional Chinese medicine on cancer, gynaecology and neurological related disorders.

For cancer patients:
  • Reduced side effect of conventional cancer treatment such as nausea and vomiting, peripheral neuropathy (numbness or pain), lost of appetite, triedness etc.
  • Synergistic effects of Chinese herbs and radio/ chemotherapy.
  • Improved quality of life.
For gynaecology patients:
  • Regulating menstrual cycle and recovering ovulation function.
  • Relieving menstrual pain, menopausal syndrome and premenstrual related discomfort.
  • Enhancing ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology) success rate.

 

What are the types of herbs being prescribed?

At Sunway TCM Centre, herbs are provided either raw or in concentrated granules depending on patient's preference and current condition. Generally, we prescribe concentrated granules in most cases.

Concentrated granules
The traditional Chinese medicinal herbs are extracted into granules by using modernised extraction and concentration technologies to replicate the method of preparing medicinal decoction. The standardised concentrated granules provide convenience to patients whereby it allows immediate consumption by just dissolving the granules in hot water instantly. These granules should have the same degree of curative efficacy, taste, aroma and flavour as traditionally prepared medicinal decoction.
Raw herbs (dried or fresh herbs)
In some cases, raw herbs are prescribed to patients to prepare as decoction. This involves boiling fresh or dried herbs in water for a long period of time, usually a few hours, in order extract the herbs' water-soluble constituents. The traditional method is to simmer the herbs until the liquid is reduced to half. This step needs to be repeated twice and mixed before consumption. As this method is time-consuming and inconvenient, it is less preferred by patient.
Raw herbs may also be prescribed for the use of hot packs or herbal bath (external use).

 

Are these herbs safe to consume?

Sunway TCM Centre uses concentrated granules from established and reputable manufacturers which produce premium herbal extracts and herbs.

These herbs have passed a series of Quality Assurance and Quality Controlled tests. Each batch of concentrated granules comes with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) which documents the herbs are safe to be consumed.

 

How long is the whole course of treatment?

For treating of chronic conditions, Chinese medicine is usually taken daily for several months or years, whereas the course for treating acute conditions varies from days to weeks.

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