Q. Why is this called 'dosage design' rather than just a 'prescription'?

In the early stages of my practice, I believed that using high-quality herbal medicines was sufficient. However, clinical experience showed that each individual responds to medication at a different rate. This led me to shift from simple 'prescription' to a conceptual 'design' approach. Specifically, the process involves the following: 1. Evaluating Metabolic Efficiency: We check for the accumulation of waste products. In Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM), this is referred to as Dam-eum (痰飮), or the stagnation of unnecessary fluids and metabolic waste. Clearing this first is essential to increase the absorption rate of the medicine. 2. Assessing Digestive Absorption: We identify whether there is Bi-heo (脾虛), or Spleen Deficiency. If the Spleen function is weak, even the best medicine may not be absorbed properly and could cause bloating. 3. Improving Blood Circulation: We address Eo-hyeol (瘀血), or blood stasis. When stagnant blood does not circulate, metabolic speed slows down. We adjust the dosage and interval of intake based on this state. 4. Customizing to Life Cycle: We design the timing of administration based on your lifestyle, such as frequent overtime work or prolonged fasting periods. Ultimately, the core is ensuring your body is prepared to receive the medicine and administering it at the most efficient timing. I believe that designing a regimen that aligns with your body's natural rhythm is far more important than simply using strong medications.