CM Index Drug Effects
Drug-Herb Index
Methylprednisolone
Medrol

Clinical Application(s)
Herb Alternatives
Herb Alternatives
Flex (Heat)
- Left side: Houxi (SI 3), Xiaohai (SI 8), Taichong (LR 3), Ququan (LR 8)
- Right side: Shaohai (HT 3), Shenmen (HT 7), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Zulinqi (GB 41)
- Left and right sides can be alternated from treatment to treatment.
- The above acupuncture prescription is for general inflammation. Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Jing (well) and Yin (spring) points on both feet.
- Primary points: Zhishen (T 11.15), Wuhu (T 11.27), Guciyi (T 44.21)*, Gucier (T 44.22)*, Gucisan (T 44.23)*, Sanchayi (T 22.15)*, Sanchaer (T 22.16)*, Sanchasan (T 22.17)*, Yizhong (T 77.05), Erzhong (T 77.06), Sanzhong (T 77.07), Waisanguan (T 77.27)
- Secondary points: Dabai (T 22.04), Linggu (T 22.05), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Yuhuo (T 1010.21), Biyi (T 1010.22), Muguan (T 22.26)*, Guguan (T 22.24)*
- Shoulder pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Zuwujin (T 77.25), Zuqianjin (T 77.24), Tiaokou (ST 38)
- Elbow pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Fengshi (GB 31), Yanglingquan (GB 34)
- Wrist pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Cesanli (T 77.22), Cexiasanli (T 77.23), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Chize (LU 5)
- Knee pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), between Dabai (T 22.04) and Linggu (T 22.05), Neiguan (PC 6), Yanglingquan (GB 34). Bleed Gaohuangshu (BL 43) with cupping
- Ankle pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Xiaojie (T 22.13)*
- Finger pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 1,2,3
- Big toe pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 3,4,5, Baihui (GV 20)
- Swollen throat: Houjian (T 33.19)*, Hegu (LI 4), Cesanli (T 77.22) Bleed Sanzhong (T 77.07) and Shaoshang (LU 11). Bleed before needling for the best results.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- General anti-inflammatory points: Allergic Area, Endocrine, Adrenal Gland, Spleen, corresponding points (to the area affected). Bleed Ear Apex.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
Herb Alternatives
Respitrol (Heat)
- Left side: Houxi (SI 3), Xiaohai (SI 8), Taichong (LR 3), Ququan (LR 8)
- Right side: Shaohai (HT 3), Shenmen (HT 7), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Zulinqi (GB 41)
- Left and right sides can be alternated from treatment to treatment.
- The above acupuncture prescription is for general inflammation. Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Jing (well) and Yin (spring) points on both feet.
- Primary points: Zhishen (T 11.15), Wuhu (T 11.27), Guciyi (T 44.21)*, Gucier (T 44.22)*, Gucisan (T 44.23)*, Sanchayi (T 22.15)*, Sanchaer (T 22.16)*, Sanchasan (T 22.17)*, Yizhong (T 77.05), Erzhong (T 77.06), Sanzhong (T 77.07), Waisanguan (T 77.27)
- Secondary points: Dabai (T 22.04), Linggu (T 22.05), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Yuhuo (T 1010.21), Biyi (T 1010.22), Muguan (T 22.26)*, Guguan (T 22.24)*
- Shoulder pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Zuwujin (T 77.25), Zuqianjin (T 77.24), Tiaokou (ST 38)
- Elbow pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Fengshi (GB 31), Yanglingquan (GB 34)
- Wrist pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Cesanli (T 77.22), Cexiasanli (T 77.23), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Chize (LU 5)
- Knee pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), between Dabai (T 22.04) and Linggu (T 22.05), Neiguan (PC 6), Yanglingquan (GB 34). Bleed Gaohuangshu (BL 43) with cupping
- Ankle pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Xiaojie (T 22.13)*
- Finger pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 1,2,3
- Big toe pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 3,4,5, Baihui (GV 20)
- Swollen throat: Houjian (T 33.19)*, Hegu (LI 4), Cesanli (T 77.22) Bleed Sanzhong (T 77.07) and Shaoshang (LU 11). Bleed before needling for the best results.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- General anti-inflammatory points: Allergic Area, Endocrine, Adrenal Gland, Spleen, corresponding points (to the area affected). Bleed Ear Apex.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
• Shenting (GV 24)
• Frontal Lateral Chest/Lung Area (Scalp-KT2) 額旁胸肺區
• Dazhui (GV 14)
• Dingchuan (Ex-B1)
• Feishu (BL 13)
• Shanzhong (CV 17)
If there is breathing difficulty, needle Neiguan (PC 6) bilaterally and Shanzhong (CV 17).
If there is asthma and wheezing, needle Dazhui (GV 14) or Dingchuan
Herb Alternatives
Cordyceps 3
- Jing (well) and Yin (spring) points on both feet.
- Primary points: Zhishen (T 11.15), Wuhu (T 11.27), Guciyi (T 44.21)*, Gucier (T 44.22)*, Gucisan (T 44.23)*, Sanchayi (T 22.15)*, Sanchaer (T 22.16)*, Sanchasan (T 22.17)*, Yizhong (T 77.05), Erzhong (T 77.06), Sanzhong (T 77.07), Waisanguan (T 77.27)
- Secondary points: Dabai (T 22.04), Linggu (T 22.05), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Yuhuo (T 1010.21), Biyi (T 1010.22), Muguan (T 22.26)*, Guguan (T 22.24)*
- Shoulder pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Zuwujin (T 77.25), Zuqianjin (T 77.24), Tiaokou (ST 38)
- Elbow pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Fengshi (GB 31), Yanglingquan (GB 34)
- Wrist pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Cesanli (T 77.22), Cexiasanli (T 77.23), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Chize (LU 5)
- Knee pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), between Dabai (T 22.04) and Linggu (T 22.05), Neiguan (PC 6), Yanglingquan (GB 34). Bleed Gaohuangshu (BL 43) with cupping
- Ankle pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Xiaojie (T 22.13)*
- Finger pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 1,2,3
- Big toe pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 3,4,5, Baihui (GV 20)
- Swollen throat: Houjian (T 33.19)*, Hegu (LI 4), Cesanli (T 77.22) Bleed Sanzhong (T 77.07) and Shaoshang (LU 11). Bleed before needling for the best results.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- General anti-inflammatory points: Allergic Area, Endocrine, Adrenal Gland, Spleen, corresponding points (to the area affected). Bleed Ear Apex.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
Herb Alternatives
Magnolia Clear Sinus
- Left side: Houxi (SI 3), Xiaohai (SI 8), Taichong (LR 3), Ququan (LR 8)
- Right side: Shaohai (HT 3), Shenmen (HT 7), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Zulinqi (GB 41)
- Left and right sides can be alternated from treatment to treatment.
- The above acupuncture prescription is for general inflammation. Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Jing (well) and Yin (spring) points on both feet.
- Primary points: Zhishen (T 11.15), Wuhu (T 11.27), Guciyi (T 44.21)*, Gucier (T 44.22)*, Gucisan (T 44.23)*, Sanchayi (T 22.15)*, Sanchaer (T 22.16)*, Sanchasan (T 22.17)*, Yizhong (T 77.05), Erzhong (T 77.06), Sanzhong (T 77.07), Waisanguan (T 77.27)
- Secondary points: Dabai (T 22.04), Linggu (T 22.05), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Yuhuo (T 1010.21), Biyi (T 1010.22), Muguan (T 22.26)*, Guguan (T 22.24)*
- Shoulder pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Zuwujin (T 77.25), Zuqianjin (T 77.24), Tiaokou (ST 38)
- Elbow pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Fengshi (GB 31), Yanglingquan (GB 34)
- Wrist pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Cesanli (T 77.22), Cexiasanli (T 77.23), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Chize (LU 5)
- Knee pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), between Dabai (T 22.04) and Linggu (T 22.05), Neiguan (PC 6), Yanglingquan (GB 34). Bleed Gaohuangshu (BL 43) with cupping
- Ankle pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Xiaojie (T 22.13)*
- Finger pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 1,2,3
- Big toe pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 3,4,5, Baihui (GV 20)
- Swollen throat: Houjian (T 33.19)*, Hegu (LI 4), Cesanli (T 77.22) Bleed Sanzhong (T 77.07) and Shaoshang (LU 11). Bleed before needling for the best results.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- General anti-inflammatory points: Allergic Area, Endocrine, Adrenal Gland, Spleen, corresponding points (to the area affected). Bleed Ear Apex.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
• Shenting (GV 24)
• Frontal Lateral Chest/Lung Area (Scalp-KT2) 額旁胸肺區
• Dazhui (GV 14)
• Dingchuan (Ex-B1)
• Feishu (BL 13)
• Shanzhong (CV 17)
If there is breathing difficulty, needle Neiguan (PC 6) bilaterally and Shanzhong (CV 17).
If there is asthma and wheezing, needle Dazhui (GV 14) or Dingchuan
Herb Alternatives
GI Care II
- Left side: Houxi (SI 3), Xiaohai (SI 8), Taichong (LR 3), Ququan (LR 8)
- Right side: Shaohai (HT 3), Shenmen (HT 7), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Zulinqi (GB 41)
- Left and right sides can be alternated from treatment to treatment.
- The above acupuncture prescription is for general inflammation. Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Jing (well) and Yin (spring) points on both feet.
- Primary points: Zhishen (T 11.15), Wuhu (T 11.27), Guciyi (T 44.21)*, Gucier (T 44.22)*, Gucisan (T 44.23)*, Sanchayi (T 22.15)*, Sanchaer (T 22.16)*, Sanchasan (T 22.17)*, Yizhong (T 77.05), Erzhong (T 77.06), Sanzhong (T 77.07), Waisanguan (T 77.27)
- Secondary points: Dabai (T 22.04), Linggu (T 22.05), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Yuhuo (T 1010.21), Biyi (T 1010.22), Muguan (T 22.26)*, Guguan (T 22.24)*
- Shoulder pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Zuwujin (T 77.25), Zuqianjin (T 77.24), Tiaokou (ST 38)
- Elbow pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Fengshi (GB 31), Yanglingquan (GB 34)
- Wrist pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Cesanli (T 77.22), Cexiasanli (T 77.23), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Chize (LU 5)
- Knee pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), between Dabai (T 22.04) and Linggu (T 22.05), Neiguan (PC 6), Yanglingquan (GB 34). Bleed Gaohuangshu (BL 43) with cupping
- Ankle pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Xiaojie (T 22.13)*
- Finger pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 1,2,3
- Big toe pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 3,4,5, Baihui (GV 20)
- Swollen throat: Houjian (T 33.19)*, Hegu (LI 4), Cesanli (T 77.22) Bleed Sanzhong (T 77.07) and Shaoshang (LU 11). Bleed before needling for the best results.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- General anti-inflammatory points: Allergic Area, Endocrine, Adrenal Gland, Spleen, corresponding points (to the area affected). Bleed Ear Apex.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
Herb Alternatives
GI Harmony
- Left side: Houxi (SI 3), Xiaohai (SI 8), Taichong (LR 3), Ququan (LR 8)
- Right side: Shaohai (HT 3), Shenmen (HT 7), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Zulinqi (GB 41)
- Left and right sides can be alternated from treatment to treatment.
- The above acupuncture prescription is for general inflammation. Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Jing (well) and Yin (spring) points on both feet.
- Primary points: Zhishen (T 11.15), Wuhu (T 11.27), Guciyi (T 44.21)*, Gucier (T 44.22)*, Gucisan (T 44.23)*, Sanchayi (T 22.15)*, Sanchaer (T 22.16)*, Sanchasan (T 22.17)*, Yizhong (T 77.05), Erzhong (T 77.06), Sanzhong (T 77.07), Waisanguan (T 77.27)
- Secondary points: Dabai (T 22.04), Linggu (T 22.05), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Yuhuo (T 1010.21), Biyi (T 1010.22), Muguan (T 22.26)*, Guguan (T 22.24)*
- Shoulder pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Zuwujin (T 77.25), Zuqianjin (T 77.24), Tiaokou (ST 38)
- Elbow pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Fengshi (GB 31), Yanglingquan (GB 34)
- Wrist pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Cesanli (T 77.22), Cexiasanli (T 77.23), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Chize (LU 5)
- Knee pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), between Dabai (T 22.04) and Linggu (T 22.05), Neiguan (PC 6), Yanglingquan (GB 34). Bleed Gaohuangshu (BL 43) with cupping
- Ankle pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Xiaojie (T 22.13)*
- Finger pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 1,2,3
- Big toe pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 3,4,5, Baihui (GV 20)
- Swollen throat: Houjian (T 33.19)*, Hegu (LI 4), Cesanli (T 77.22) Bleed Sanzhong (T 77.07) and Shaoshang (LU 11). Bleed before needling for the best results.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- General anti-inflammatory points: Allergic Area, Endocrine, Adrenal Gland, Spleen, corresponding points (to the area affected). Bleed Ear Apex.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
Herb Alternatives
GI Care (UC)
- Left side: Houxi (SI 3), Xiaohai (SI 8), Taichong (LR 3), Ququan (LR 8)
- Right side: Shaohai (HT 3), Shenmen (HT 7), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Zulinqi (GB 41)
- Left and right sides can be alternated from treatment to treatment.
- The above acupuncture prescription is for general inflammation. Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Jing (well) and Yin (spring) points on both feet.
- Primary points: Zhishen (T 11.15), Wuhu (T 11.27), Guciyi (T 44.21)*, Gucier (T 44.22)*, Gucisan (T 44.23)*, Sanchayi (T 22.15)*, Sanchaer (T 22.16)*, Sanchasan (T 22.17)*, Yizhong (T 77.05), Erzhong (T 77.06), Sanzhong (T 77.07), Waisanguan (T 77.27)
- Secondary points: Dabai (T 22.04), Linggu (T 22.05), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Yuhuo (T 1010.21), Biyi (T 1010.22), Muguan (T 22.26)*, Guguan (T 22.24)*
- Shoulder pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Zuwujin (T 77.25), Zuqianjin (T 77.24), Tiaokou (ST 38)
- Elbow pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Fengshi (GB 31), Yanglingquan (GB 34)
- Wrist pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Cesanli (T 77.22), Cexiasanli (T 77.23), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Chize (LU 5)
- Knee pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), between Dabai (T 22.04) and Linggu (T 22.05), Neiguan (PC 6), Yanglingquan (GB 34). Bleed Gaohuangshu (BL 43) with cupping
- Ankle pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Xiaojie (T 22.13)*
- Finger pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 1,2,3
- Big toe pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 3,4,5, Baihui (GV 20)
- Swollen throat: Houjian (T 33.19)*, Hegu (LI 4), Cesanli (T 77.22) Bleed Sanzhong (T 77.07) and Shaoshang (LU 11). Bleed before needling for the best results.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- General anti-inflammatory points: Allergic Area, Endocrine, Adrenal Gland, Spleen, corresponding points (to the area affected). Bleed Ear Apex.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
Herb Alternatives
Silerex
- Left side: Houxi (SI 3), Xiaohai (SI 8), Taichong (LR 3), Ququan (LR 8)
- Right side: Shaohai (HT 3), Shenmen (HT 7), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Zulinqi (GB 41)
- Left and right sides can be alternated from treatment to treatment.
- The above acupuncture prescription is for general inflammation. Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Primary points: Zhishen (T 11.15), Wuhu (T 11.27), Guciyi (T 44.21)*, Gucier (T 44.22)*, Gucisan (T 44.23)*, Sanchayi (T 22.15)*, Sanchaer (T 22.16)*, Sanchasan (T 22.17)*, Yizhong (T 77.05), Erzhong (T 77.06), Sanzhong (T 77.07), Waisanguan (T 77.27)
- Secondary points: Dabai (T 22.04), Linggu (T 22.05), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Yuhuo (T 1010.21), Biyi (T 1010.22), Muguan (T 22.26)*, Guguan (T 22.24)*
- Shoulder pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Zuwujin (T 77.25), Zuqianjin (T 77.24), Tiaokou (ST 38)
- Elbow pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Fengshi (GB 31), Yanglingquan (GB 34)
- Wrist pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Cesanli (T 77.22), Cexiasanli (T 77.23), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Chize (LU 5)
- Knee pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), between Dabai (T 22.04) and Linggu (T 22.05), Neiguan (PC 6), Yanglingquan (GB 34). Bleed Gaohuangshu (BL 43) with cupping
- Ankle pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Xiaojie (T 22.13)*
- Finger pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 1,2,3
- Big toe pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 3,4,5, Baihui (GV 20)
- Swollen throat: Houjian (T 33.19)*, Hegu (LI 4), Cesanli (T 77.22) Bleed Sanzhong (T 77.07) and Shaoshang (LU 11). Bleed before needling for the best results.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- General anti-inflammatory points: Allergic Area, Endocrine, Adrenal Gland, Spleen, corresponding points (to the area affected). Bleed Ear Apex.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
Herb Alternatives
Dermatrol (Damp)
- Left side: Houxi (SI 3), Xiaohai (SI 8), Taichong (LR 3), Ququan (LR 8)
- Right side: Shaohai (HT 3), Shenmen (HT 7), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Zulinqi (GB 41)
- Left and right sides can be alternated from treatment to treatment.
- The above acupuncture prescription is for general inflammation. Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Primary points: Zhishen (T 11.15), Wuhu (T 11.27), Guciyi (T 44.21)*, Gucier (T 44.22)*, Gucisan (T 44.23)*, Sanchayi (T 22.15)*, Sanchaer (T 22.16)*, Sanchasan (T 22.17)*, Yizhong (T 77.05), Erzhong (T 77.06), Sanzhong (T 77.07), Waisanguan (T 77.27)
- Secondary points: Dabai (T 22.04), Linggu (T 22.05), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Yuhuo (T 1010.21), Biyi (T 1010.22), Muguan (T 22.26)*, Guguan (T 22.24)*
- Shoulder pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Zuwujin (T 77.25), Zuqianjin (T 77.24), Tiaokou (ST 38)
- Elbow pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Fengshi (GB 31), Yanglingquan (GB 34)
- Wrist pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Cesanli (T 77.22), Cexiasanli (T 77.23), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Chize (LU 5)
- Knee pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), between Dabai (T 22.04) and Linggu (T 22.05), Neiguan (PC 6), Yanglingquan (GB 34). Bleed Gaohuangshu (BL 43) with cupping
- Ankle pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Xiaojie (T 22.13)*
- Finger pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 1,2,3
- Big toe pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 3,4,5, Baihui (GV 20)
- Swollen throat: Houjian (T 33.19)*, Hegu (LI 4), Cesanli (T 77.22) Bleed Sanzhong (T 77.07) and Shaoshang (LU 11). Bleed before needling for the best results.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- General anti-inflammatory points: Allergic Area, Endocrine, Adrenal Gland, Spleen, corresponding points (to the area affected). Bleed Ear Apex.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
Herb Alternatives
Dermatrol (PS)
- Left side: Houxi (SI 3), Xiaohai (SI 8), Taichong (LR 3), Ququan (LR 8)
- Right side: Shaohai (HT 3), Shenmen (HT 7), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Zulinqi (GB 41)
- Left and right sides can be alternated from treatment to treatment.
- The above acupuncture prescription is for general inflammation. Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Jing (well) and Yin (spring) points on both feet.
- Primary points: Zhishen (T 11.15), Wuhu (T 11.27), Guciyi (T 44.21)*, Gucier (T 44.22)*, Gucisan (T 44.23)*, Sanchayi (T 22.15)*, Sanchaer (T 22.16)*, Sanchasan (T 22.17)*, Yizhong (T 77.05), Erzhong (T 77.06), Sanzhong (T 77.07), Waisanguan (T 77.27)
- Secondary points: Dabai (T 22.04), Linggu (T 22.05), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Yuhuo (T 1010.21), Biyi (T 1010.22), Muguan (T 22.26)*, Guguan (T 22.24)*
- Shoulder pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Zuwujin (T 77.25), Zuqianjin (T 77.24), Tiaokou (ST 38)
- Elbow pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Fengshi (GB 31), Yanglingquan (GB 34)
- Wrist pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Cesanli (T 77.22), Cexiasanli (T 77.23), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Chize (LU 5)
- Knee pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), between Dabai (T 22.04) and Linggu (T 22.05), Neiguan (PC 6), Yanglingquan (GB 34). Bleed Gaohuangshu (BL 43) with cupping
- Ankle pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Xiaojie (T 22.13)*
- Finger pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 1,2,3
- Big toe pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 3,4,5, Baihui (GV 20)
- Swollen throat: Houjian (T 33.19)*, Hegu (LI 4), Cesanli (T 77.22) Bleed Sanzhong (T 77.07) and Shaoshang (LU 11). Bleed before needling for the best results.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- General anti-inflammatory points: Allergic Area, Endocrine, Adrenal Gland, Spleen, corresponding points (to the area affected). Bleed Ear Apex.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
Herb Alternatives
GI Care (HMR)
- Left side: Houxi (SI 3), Xiaohai (SI 8), Taichong (LR 3), Ququan (LR 8)
- Right side: Shaohai (HT 3), Shenmen (HT 7), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Zulinqi (GB 41)
- Left and right sides can be alternated from treatment to treatment.
- The above acupuncture prescription is for general inflammation. Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Jing (well) and Yin (spring) points on both feet.
- Primary points: Zhishen (T 11.15), Wuhu (T 11.27), Guciyi (T 44.21)*, Gucier (T 44.22)*, Gucisan (T 44.23)*, Sanchayi (T 22.15)*, Sanchaer (T 22.16)*, Sanchasan (T 22.17)*, Yizhong (T 77.05), Erzhong (T 77.06), Sanzhong (T 77.07), Waisanguan (T 77.27)
- Secondary points: Dabai (T 22.04), Linggu (T 22.05), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Yuhuo (T 1010.21), Biyi (T 1010.22), Muguan (T 22.26)*, Guguan (T 22.24)*
- Shoulder pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Zuwujin (T 77.25), Zuqianjin (T 77.24), Tiaokou (ST 38)
- Elbow pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Shangjiuli (T 88.26), Zhongjiuli (T 88.25), Xiajiuli (T 88.27), Fengshi (GB 31), Yanglingquan (GB 34)
- Wrist pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Cesanli (T 77.22), Cexiasanli (T 77.23), Yanglingquan (GB 34), Chize (LU 5)
- Knee pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), between Dabai (T 22.04) and Linggu (T 22.05), Neiguan (PC 6), Yanglingquan (GB 34). Bleed Gaohuangshu (BL 43) with cupping
- Ankle pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Xiaojie (T 22.13)*
- Finger pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 1,2,3
- Big toe pain: Tianhuangfu [shenguan] (T 77.18), Wuhu (T 11.27) points 3,4,5, Baihui (GV 20)
- Swollen throat: Houjian (T 33.19)*, Hegu (LI 4), Cesanli (T 77.22) Bleed Sanzhong (T 77.07) and Shaoshang (LU 11). Bleed before needling for the best results.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
- General anti-inflammatory points: Allergic Area, Endocrine, Adrenal Gland, Spleen, corresponding points (to the area affected). Bleed Ear Apex.
- Please refer to other formulas for acupuncture points depending on each specific condition.
• Shenting (GV 24)
• Frontal Lateral Chest/Lung Area (Scalp-KT2) 額旁胸肺區
• Dazhui (GV 14)
• Dingchuan (Ex-B1)
• Feishu (BL 13)
• Shanzhong (CV 17)
If there is breathing difficulty, needle Neiguan (PC 6) bilaterally and Shanzhong (CV 17).
If there is asthma and wheezing, needle Dazhui (GV 14) or Dingchuan
Important! Please note that this section intends to provide information for doctors and patients who prefer using herbs instead of or as supplements to prescription medication. The indexes compare similarities between drugs and herbs, but they do NOT imply therapeutic equivalence. The herbal alternatives listed are NOT substitutes for their corresponding drugs. Professional judgment and careful evaluation are necessary before recommending herbal formulas to patients.