How long does it take to boil Chinese medicine?

In the process of growing up, people often encounter this or that situation. Getting sick is quite common. No one will not get sick throughout his life. Many people like to take this approach to treatment when they are sick, because drinking some Chinese medicine has fewer side effects. However, many people don’t know much about boiling Chinese medicine. So how long should it be boiled?

1. How long is the best time to soak Chinese medicine?

1. The soaking time for medicines mainly composed of roots, seeds, rhizomes and fruits is generally one hour.

2. Long-term decoction of some medicines can reduce their toxicity, such as Strychnos nux vomica. It is best to soak the medicinal materials in warm water for 40 minutes before decocting the medicine to allow the medicine to be soaked thoroughly so that more effective ingredients in the medicine can be decocted out.

3. For medicines mainly composed of flowers, leaves and stems, the soaking time is generally half an hour.

Warm reminder: Chinese medicine should be soaked in cold water before decocting. The amount of water used should generally be enough to soak the medicine surface 1-3 cm. If it is a large dose or a loose and water-absorbing medicine, the amount of water can be appropriately increased. During the soaking process, it is best to stir it from time to time with a stirring stick so that it can be soaked more evenly.

2. Methods of decoction of Chinese medicine

1. When the Chinese medicine is soaked for a certain period of time, the water in the pot should be 3-4 cm higher than the surface of the medicine. If it is less, you can add cold water, but you cannot add water during the decocting process.

2. After boiling over high heat, turn down the heat to keep the liquid at a low boil. It takes about 20 minutes from the time it boils. Pour out the decocted medicine, this is the first decoction.

3. Add cold water (wait until the casserole has cooled down slightly before adding water, so that the casserole is not easy to break). The amount should be slightly less than the first frying. Bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over low heat for about 15 minutes. This is the second frying.

4. Combine the first and second decoctions (about 300-500 ml) and take it warm in two doses.

3. How to take Chinese medicine

1. Pills are generally taken twice a day. It is best to dissolve the pills before taking them to facilitate absorption and enhance efficacy.

2. Decoction one dose a day, decoct two juices for each dose, and take one juice each morning and evening.

3. The time to take the medicine depends on what disease you have. For example, tonic medicine should be taken before meals, digestive and stomachic medicine should be taken after meals, and tranquilizers should be taken before bedtime.

In short, the length of time for boiling Chinese medicine is generally closely related to the nature of the medicine. When you need to boil Chinese medicine, it is best to consult a doctor when you get the medicine. Most of the time it takes about an hour. When taking Chinese medicine, it is best to take it after a meal. Of course, the methods for treating different diseases are different, so you must act according to the situation.