Q. Besides decoction, how else can Kampo medicine be taken?

A. Kampo medicine is generally thought of as decoctions, but traditionally, there have been many powdered medicines and pills.

Some raw herbs contain components that are difficult to dissolve in water; such herbs with these properties have been used as powdered medicines or pills.

Currently, in addition to these, Kampo extract preparations, processed and adjusted by pharmaceutical manufacturers, are available in easily consumable forms such as granules, tablets, and syrups.