Mongolian medicine: History, development and existing problems.

Area of Science:

• Traditional and Complementary Medicine
• Ethnomedicine
• Pharmacology

Background:

• Mongolian medicine (MM) is integral to Mongolian culture and holds significant potential for global health.
• Understanding MM's principles and applications is crucial for its integration into modern healthcare.
• Exploration of MM contributes to disease prevention and treatment strategies worldwide.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide a comprehensive overview of Mongolian medicine.
• To discuss the theoretical framework, materia medica, and research advancements in MM.
• To examine the current status and future prospects of Mongolian materia medica.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of Mongolian medicine.
• Analysis of the theoretical system and materia medica principles.
• Discussion of modern research and quality control methodologies.

Main Results:

• MM possesses a unique theoretical system and principles for materia medica formulation.
• Modern research is increasingly validating the efficacy and safety of Mongolian materia medica.
• Quality control measures are essential for ensuring the standardization and reliability of MM.

Conclusions:

• Mongolian medicine represents a valuable resource for complementary and alternative medicine.
• Further research and standardization are key to unlocking the global potential of MM.
• Integrating MM into global healthcare can enhance disease prevention and treatment outcomes.