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Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine employs multiple herbal and natural compounds that work synergistically to restore balance and promote healing according to TCM principles.
At a glance
| Generic name | Traditional Chinese Medicine |
|---|---|
| Also known as | "prescription for breast cancer" Traditional Chinese Medicine formulation, Chinese Medicine, Chinese Herb Medicine, Qi deficiency：huangqi, dangshen, Blood stasis: danshen, chishao,taoren, honghua, Water retention: zexie, zhuling, cheqianzi, tinglizi |
| Sponsor | Third Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
TCM formulations typically contain botanical extracts, minerals, and animal-derived substances that are believed to modulate qi (vital energy) flow, balance yin-yang, and address underlying imbalances. The mechanisms are often multitarget, involving anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory effects, though specific molecular targets vary widely depending on the particular formula used.
Approved indications
Common side effects
Key clinical trials
- Metabolomic Pathways and Traditional Chinese Medicine Body Constitution in Cancer-related Fatigue
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Oral Liquids and Mouthwashes for Radiation-induced Oral Mucositis in Head and Neck Cancer Patients (PHASE2)
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Preparation Alleviates Radiotherapy-induced Oral Mucositis in Head and Neck Cancer Patients. (PHASE2)
- Acupuncture for Post-Stroke Dysphagia: A Clinical Study (NA)
- Effects of Acupuncture Versus Deep Breathing Exercises on Hypertensive Pregnant Women in the Third Trimester (NA)
- Clinical Cohort Construction and Therapeutic Effect Evaluation of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine in the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
- IMPACT COPD Cohort (China)
- Buddhist Awareness Training Program and Qigong Psychosocial Interventions for People With Insomnia (NA)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
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| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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