- Herbal medicine is a component of TCM. A patient may be prescribed an herbal formula to complement the acupuncture treatments.
- A majority of the substances used in herbal formulas are plants, along with some minerals, shells and animal products.
- Herbs may be administered to a patient in many forms, including dried herbs boiled in water as a tea. Herbal powders, capsules, and pills also may be used for convenience.