Dosing characteristics of mineral medicines listed in Chinese Materia Medica
OBJECTIVE To conduct statistical analysis of information and application characteristics of mineral medicines in Chinese Materia Medica,improve the basic information of mineral medicines and promote the development of mineral medicines.METHODS Chemical composition,flavor,meridian,method of preparation,dosage,entry characteristics,function,toxicity and precautions of mineral medicines were analyzed.RESULTS A total of 114 types of mineral medicines were reviewed.A large majority of mineral medicines are composed of calcium and iron elements.Mineral medicines are pungent,sweet and salty in flavor and cold,warm and flat in nature.They mostly enter liver,heart,lung and kidney meridians.Most of them are prepared by repairing,calcining and quenching.Most preparations may be dosed internally and externally.The dosages of 1.5-3 g and 10-15 g are commonly prescribed in moderation.Essential functions include detoxification,exterminating insects,clearing heat,improving eyesight,removing decay,arresting hemorrhage and astringing sores.CONCLUSION Mineral medicines in Chinese Materia Medica have definite therapeutic efficacies for external applications.Clinical applications of mineral medicines cover inter-nal medicine,surgery and otolaryngology.However,there are inherent problems of infrequent dosing and unclear indications.A standardized quality evaluation system with matching standards should be formulated.Clinical applications of mineral medicines should be expanded.
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