Application of “Monarch, Minister, Assistant and Envoy” Principle to Rheumatoid Arthritis Management

Abstract

This paper illustrates "monarch, minister, assistant and envoy" principle of traditional Chinese medicine through clinical treatment guideline of rheumatoid arthritis. The conception can promote the precise treatment in rheumatoid arthritis management, and prevent side effects of drugs consciously. To applicant the "monarch, minister, assistant and envoy" principle to direct clinical drug options for rheumatoid arthritis may facilitate a more flexible, safer, and less drug intake.