Wu Mei Into Wan

I was recently prescribed a formula from the Shang Han Lun: Wu Mei Wan (烏 梅 丸). The indications for this formula can be found in Line 338 of the SHL.
It consists of Wu Mei, Asarum, Dried Ginger, Coptis, Dang Gui, Aconite, Szechwan Peppers, Cinnamon twig, Ginseng and Phellodendron. We know Mume as the Ume [...]

Methods for Memorization

Now that I have reached the point of at-least-three-tests-per-week, I’m really trying to figure out how to memorize all of these acupuncture points and herbs. I’ve got the flashcard making thing down, but that’s just helping me to pass the tests. I don’t feel like I’ve got the greatest handle on things, since the information [...]

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