This clearly written, comprehensively indexed, and reader-friendly manual contains more than 350 monographs -- each describing the functions, indications, combinations, and applications of commonly used Chinese Materia Medica.

Comprehensive monographs contain: details of main ingredients, taste and nature, channels entered, functions and indications, common dosage, precautions and contraindications.

Unique tabular format lists provide "at-a-glance" accessibility.

Summary tables in each chapter help you obtain quick overviews of the material covered.

Unique coverage on toxicity and legal status.