Some consideration on combined use of acupuncture and drug

Combined use of acupuncture and drug is extensively applied for its wide indications, simple manipulation and good results. Combined use of acupuncture and drug is not in effect the mechanic addition of acupuncture and drugs. It has been proved that acupuncture and drug are of synergism, but there may be an antagonism between acupuncture and drug. How to choose the optimum acupoint in the combination of acupuncture and drug to exert better effects is of great theoretical and practical significance for acupuncturists to make further researches. © Institute of Acupuncture and Meridian 2007.