Clinical Reference
TCM patterns, actions, and formulas — organized for clinical use
A practitioner-level reference for traditional Chinese medicine pattern differentiation. Each pattern page includes clinical presentation, diagnostic differentiation, treatment principles, and formulas available in our catalog.
Professional Reference Disclaimer
This page is provided by Acu-Market (Medical Technology Products, Inc.) as an educational reference for licensed acupuncturists and traditional Chinese medicine practitioners. It is not medical advice and is not intended for use by the general public.
The clinical information on this page is a general summary compiled from traditional Chinese medicine sources and is provided for reference only. It is not exhaustive, may contain errors or omissions, and may not reflect the most current clinical research or guidance. Acu-Market makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, suitability, or availability of this information.
Practitioners are solely responsible for their own clinical decisions. Nothing on this page substitutes for independent professional judgment, formal TCM training, current authoritative reference texts, or direct evaluation of an individual patient. Pattern differentiation, formula selection, herb combinations, dosing, contraindications, drug-herb interactions, and patient-specific safety considerations must be independently verified by the prescribing practitioner before any clinical application. Use of this information is at the practitioner’s own risk.
This page does not create any practitioner-patient, provider-client, or consultative relationship between Acu-Market and any reader. Acu-Market is a supplier of professional acupuncture and herbal products. It does not provide medical advice, diagnose conditions, prescribe treatment, or render clinical services of any kind.
Statements on this page have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The herbal products referenced are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Use of herbal medicine in clinical practice is regulated by state and federal law, and practitioners are responsible for compliance with all applicable regulations in their jurisdiction.
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Acu-Market and Medical Technology Products, Inc. disclaim all liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from any use of, reliance on, or inability to use the information on this page, including but not limited to clinical outcomes, adverse events, regulatory action, or economic loss.