The Successful Chinese Herbalist; How to Prescribe Correctly, Gain Patient Compliance, and Operate a Profitable Dispensary

The Successful Chinese Herbalist; How to Prescribe Correctly, Gain Patient Compliance, and Operate a Profitable Dispensary

The Successful Chinese Herbalist; How to Prescribe Correctly, Gain Patient Compliance, and Operate a Profitable Dispensary

SKU BP245
Brand Blue Poppy Press
Unit Size 208 pages
English name The Successful Chinese Herbalist; How to Prescribe Correctly, Gain Patient Compliance, and Operate a Profitable Dispensary
 
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Description This small volume represents the essence of two long-time practitioners knowledge about practicing Chinese herbal medicine in the West. From discussions of patient compliance when using bulk dispensed herbal medicine, to advice about how to stock and maintain a financially successful dispensary, to issues of dosing no matter what form of herbal medicine you choose to use, these are the tips that every practitioner should find helpful. This book is not a materia medica or a formulary text. Rather, in an easy to read, conversational style, Bob and Honora share with you what they have learned about everything else you need to know to practice this wonderful medicine with satisfaction and success.

Table of Contents for This Book

Introduction

1. How to Write an Effective Chinese Herbal Formula
2. Forms of Chinese Herbal Medicines & Their Appropriate Use
3. Potency Issues with Chinese Herbal Medicine
4. The Issue of Dose in Ready-Made Medicines
5. The Phenomenon of Habituation in Long-term Herbal Treatment
6. Possible Problems with Ready-made Medicines
7. The Three Important Types of Potential Medicinal Toxicity
8. Using Chinese Herbs During Pregnancy and Lactation
9. My Favorite Formulas
10. How to Set Up & Run an Effective Chinese Herbal Pharmacy
11. Working with Patients Who Are Taking Western Drugs
Appendix I: What Wrong with the Word "Patent Medicines?"
Appendix II: Glossary of Common Terminology
Appendix III: List of Major Treatment Principles
Appendix IV: Decocted Herbs Administration Instructions form
Ingredients AUTHORS: Bob Flaws & Honora Lee Wolfe
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