Current Studies of Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Review
YI-TSAU HUANG1* AND CHUANG-YE HONGS1,2
1.Institute of Traditional Medicine, School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C.
2.Department of Medicine, Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C.
ABSTRACT
The use of Chinese medicine is quite common in Taiwan. In this review, we have highlighted recent literature on clinical studies of Chinese medicine. The first part deals with "therapeutic studies", and the second part with adverse reactions and interactions. There are encouraging examples of effective Chinese medicinal therapy. On the other hand, certain adverse reactions and interactions due to Chinese medicines also call for quality control and increased awareness. Finally, some implications and related issues are discussed.
Key words: Chinese herbs, Chinese medicine