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The theory behind traditional Chinese medicine is that the body is a dynamic energy system. The aim of Chinese traditional medicine is to maintain and/or restore harmony in the body and the balance of the two types of energy (Yin and Yang), using acupuncture, herbal medicine, massage and the practice of Qigong.
Reviewed January 2008
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Mailuoning for acute ischaemic stroke
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Mailuoning, a type of Chinese traditional medicine, is widely used in the treatment of acute ischaemic stroke in China even though its efficacy is still uncertain. Animal experimental studies and clinical pharmacological research indicate that mailuonin could improve microcirculation, prevent ischaemic injury and protect heart and brain tissue.
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Apr 2009
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Ginkgo biloba for intermittent claudication
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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The main symptom of peripheral arterial disease is leg pain in one or both calves while walking. Typically, this pain occurs during walking and is relieved by a short period of rest. This clinical phenomenon is called intermittent claudication. Peripher...
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Feb 2009
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Chinese herbal medicine for premenstrual syndrome
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Herbal medicines are sometimes used for treating premenstrual syndrome (PMS). However, the effectiveness of this type of therapy has not be evaluated rigorously....
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Jan 2009
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Huperzine A for vascular dementia
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Vascular dementia (VaD) refers to cognitive impairment associated with cerebrovascular brain injury. It influences a patient's quality of life seriously. However, there is no definitive medical or surgical treatment for vascular dementia. Huperzine A is...
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Sep 2008
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Pharmacological interventions for clozapine-induced hypersalivation
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Clozapine is widely used for people with schizophrenia. Although agranulocytosis, weight gain, and cardiac problems are serious problems associated with its use, hypersalivation, sometimes of a gross and socially unacceptable quantity, is also common (30-80%).
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Jul 2008
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Sanchi for acute ischaemic stroke
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Sanchi is one of the most widely used medicinal herbs in China but the present evidence does not allow a conclusion to support its routine use for acute ischaemic stroke. There are very few drugs supported for routine use for acute ischaemic stroke by c...
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Jun 2008
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Zhiling decoction for vascular dementia
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Zhiling is a decoction of 15 Chinese herbs which is thought to contribute to dilating cerebral vessels and increasing cerebral blood flow, as well as reducing serum cholesterol. No randomised controlled trials of Zhiling decoction versus placebo were fo...
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May 2008
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Tai Chi - health benefits
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Better Health Channel
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Tai Chi is an effective exercise for health and well-being. Tai Chi can help a range of disorders including anxiety, arthritis, fatigue, joint stiffness and stress. Tai Chi can improve posture, flexibility and strength. People of all ages and fitness levels can practice Tai Chi and gain health benefits.
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Apr 2008
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Chuanxiong-type preparations for acute ischemic stroke
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Stroke is a common disorder. It is due either to blockage of an artery in the brain or to bleeding in the brain. Chuanxiong is a Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is widely used in China for the treatment of patients with stroke. Two poor quality trials ...
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Apr 2008
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Tongxinluo capsule for acute stroke
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Traditional Chinese medicine is often used to treat patients with acute ischaemic stroke. The authors undertook a systematic review of the potential benefits and safety of tongxinluo capsule used for the treatment of patients with acute ischaemic stroke...
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Mar 2008
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Dengzhanhua preparations for acute cerebral infarction
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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There is no clear evidence that dengzhanhua injections benefit patients with acute cerebral infarction. Dengzhanhua preparations are a traditional herbal drug that are commonly used in China to treat disorders of the blood supply to the heart and brain,...
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Mar 2008
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Danshen (Chinese medicinal herb) preparations for acute myocardial infarction
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Danshen - a Chinese herbal treatment - is widely used in China in addition to usual western forms of therapy in the treatment of acute myocardial infarction (AMI). However there is no strong evidence to support its use, and few rigorous studies have bee...
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Feb 2008
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Chinese herbal medicine Huangqi type formulations for nephrotic syndrome
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Heavy proteinuria, hypoalbuminaemia, oedema and hypercholesterolaemia are the characters of nephrotic syndrome. At present, the primary drugs for nephrotic syndrome are corticosteroids, alkylating agents and cyclosporin. However there are many side effe...
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Feb 2008
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Chinese herbal medicine for primary dysmenorrhoea
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Dysmenorrhoea is a very common complaint that refers to painful menstrual cramps in abdomen. Primary dysmenorrhoea refers to pain of an unknown cause (i.e. no medical condition is identified). Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or the contraceptive pi...
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Dec 2007
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Chinese herbal medicine suxiao jiuxin wan for angina pectoris
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Angina pectoris is pain or discomfort within the chest, typically provoked by exertion or anxiety. Angina is a sign that someone is at increased risk of heart attack, cardiac arrest or sudden cardiac death. The aim of treatment for angina is to control ...
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Nov 2007
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Chinese medicinal herbs for acute bronchitis
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| Publisher: |
John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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This review assessed the therapeutic effect of traditional Chinese medicinal herbs commonly used in China. There is no evidence from randomised controlled trials to demonstrate that Chinese medicinal herbs are efficacious in treating acute bronchitis. W...
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Oct 2007
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Chinese herbal medicines in the treatment of ectopic pregnancy
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Ectopic pregnancy is the leading cause of pregnancy-related deaths in the first trimester of pregnancy. Its incidence has increased to between one and two percent of pregnancies. Chinese herbal medicines have been used to treat this condition in China a...
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Jul 2007
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Elemene for the treatment of lung cancer
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Elemene was reported to be effective in alleviating the pain, decreasing the side effects of chemotherapy and improving the quality of life of lung cancer patients in some studies, but the review authors found that all of the claimed randomised controll...
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Jul 2007
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| Title: |
Chinese medicinal herbs for influenza
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| Publisher: |
John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Influenza can cause high morbidity and mortality in an epidemic. Many Chinese medicinal herbs are used for this condition. This review assessed the prophylactic and therapeutic effects as ...
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Jul 2007
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| Title: |
Chinese herbal medicine
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Better Health Channel
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Chinese herbal medicine is part of a larger healing system called Traditional Chinese Medicine. Herbs are prescribed to restore balance to the opposing forces of energy, Yin and Yang. Disorders that may be treated include digestive problems, eczema and psoraisis, fatigue, gynaecological disorders and stress.
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Jun 2007
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