The ideal resource for the use of Chinese herbs in the Western veterinary clinic.
- Exposition of Chinese herbal formulas commonly used in veterinary practice, including Western biomedical indications, contraindications, and
clinical notes. - Formula ingredients in pinyin, Latin, and common names.
- Instructions for safe application of Chinese herbal medications.
- Small animal, and equine quick guides.
Authored by veterinarians with training and experience in acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, it is intended to be a practical, all-inclusive handbook for veterinary practitioners, containing sections on Chinese veterinary medicine theory, the use of Chinese herbs, and a reference of commonly used Chinese veterinary herbal formulas.
The formula section features an in-depth description of each herbal prescription, including ingredients, Chinese medicine energetics, Western biomedical indications, contraindications, and clinical notes. The formulas found here are animal-friendly, easy-to-use, and readily available in tablets and granules. Indexes at the end of the book make prescribing easy for the veterinarian integrating Chinese herbal medicine into clinical practice.
Contents
- Pin Yin formula name table of contents
- Basic principles of Chinese veterinary medicine
- Chinese veterinary examination
- Chinese medicine diagnostic systems and pattern differentiation
- Introduction to Chinese veterinary herbal medicine
- Treatment strategies
- Therapeutic actions of Chinese herbs
- Safe use of Chinese herbal medications
- Chinese veterinary herbal use guidelines
- Dosage recommendations
- Equine considerations
- Conditions that may benefit from Chinese herbs