Kampo Therapy of Bronchial Asthma. Its Effects and Pharmacology.

VernacularTitle:気管支ぜん息の漢方治療　薬効・薬理からの考察
Author: Kenji MAKINO
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: bronchial asthma; pharmacology
From:Kampo Medicine 1996;47(1):71-78
CountryJapan
Language:Japanese
Abstract: Concepts concerning the nature of bronchial asthma have changed along with advancements in immunology. Recently, the idea of a delayed asthmatic response has permeated thought on this condition. However, the narrowing of the airway due to immediate response is an important factor.
The results of a study of the formulas considered to be effective for these conditions from the viewpoint of Chinese medicine suggested that the efficacy of the formulas in common use is insufficient.
A new formula created from an analysis of the pharmacological effects was used for treatment. Although the ‘Sho’, or Kampo diagnostic pattern or the Chinese medical diagnosis were not used, the new formula proved to be very effective.