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Introduction to Formulas   Review of Treatment Principles   1 Theory (pattern) -> (treatment) Strategy -> Formulas -> Substances 2 Root (Normal Qi imbalance/Etiology/Primary Underlying Disorder/Internal) and Branch/Manifestation (Pathogenic Qi/Symptoms/Secondary Complication/External) Rules of treatment:   1. Acute condition treat Branch   2. Chronic condition treat Root   3. In practice both at same time 3. Choice of herbs with properties opposite of true disease even if apparently similar to prevalent symptoms 4. Different treatments for same diseases and same treatment for different diseases 5. Treatment based on patient's and surroundings' environment     Categorization of Formulas   18 Categories (based on Wang's original 22)   1. Release Exterior 2. Clear Heat 3. Drain Downward 4. Harmonize 5. Treat (Moisten) Dryness 6. Expel Dampness 7. Warm Interior cold 8. Tonify 9. Regulate the Qi 10. Invigorate the Blood 11. Stop Bleeding 12. Stabilize and Bind 13. Calm the Spirit 14. Expel Wind 15. Open the Orifices 16. Treat phlegm 17. Reduce Food Stagnation 18. Expel Parasites   Principles of Formula Writing   Hierarchy   1. King/Principal/Chief Primary herbal treatment on condition Exerts the major effect against on condition Can never be left out of formula   2. Minister/Associate/Deputy Aid king herb in treating main condition Directly address a secondary condition   3. Adjuvant/Assistant Reinforce the action of the king or minister herbs Reduce toxicity of king and/or minister Oppose the king in treating serious illness   4. Guide/Conductor/Envoy/Messenger Direct action of formula to channel or area Harmonize formula   Modifications   1. Change dosage of herbs in formula 2. Add or remove herbs to change scope of indications 3. Change method of preparation 4. Total change of action through herbal additions and subtractions

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