What are the medications that need to be decocted

The drugs that need to be pan fried mainly include Xuanfu Hua, Plantago asiatica, Puhuang, Haijinsha, talcum powder, etc. These drugs, due to their light texture, easy dispersion, or irritation to the throat, need to be wrapped in gauze and decocted together with other drugs.

1. Spiral coated flowers

The surface of spiral coated flowers is densely covered with fluff, and direct boiling can easily irritate the throat and cause coughing. Pan frying can prevent shedding of villi and is commonly used to treat cough, asthma, and excessive phlegm. Representative formulas such as Xuanfu Daizhe Tang require placing Xuanfu flowers in a cotton bag and frying them.

2. Plantago asiatica

Plantago asiatica contains a large amount of mucus, which swells easily when it comes into contact with water and is prone to gelatinization and sticking to the pot. Pan frying can avoid the turbidity of the medicine and preserve its water promoting and drainage effects. The treatment of gonorrhea is often combined with Mutong, and after decoction, it is more conducive to the precipitation of effective ingredients.

3. Pu Huang

Pu Huang is a pollen type medicinal herb with a light and floating texture that is easy to disperse. Pan frying can prevent the loss of medicinal powder and ensure the efficacy of stopping bleeding and removing blood stasis. In formulas such as "Laughing Powder", it is necessary to wrap it in fine gauze and boil it.

4. Sea Golden Sands

Sea Golden Sands is a spore type medicinal herb with fine and small particles that easily sink to the bottom and become burnt. Pan frying can slow down the release of active ingredients and is commonly used to treat stone pain. When used with goldenrod, it is even more important to pay attention to the frying process.

5. Talc Powder

Talc powder is insoluble in water and has a heavy texture. Pan frying can prevent powder deposition. In formulas such as Liuyi San, double-layer gauze wrapping is required to exert the effect of clearing heat and dampness. When using pan fried medicine, it is advisable to use fine cotton gauze and leave enough room for expansion. Before decoction, spread the medicine evenly in the center of the gauze, wrap it diagonally and tie it tightly to avoid scattering during decoction. The medicine package should be completely submerged in water and flipped appropriately during the boiling process. Special medicinal materials, such as ass hide glue, need to be mixed with each other and should not be confused with other packaged medicines. It is recommended to use traditional Chinese medicine in a standardized manner under the guidance of a professional Chinese medicine practitioner to ensure safe and effective medication.