Whether Chinese medicines should be taken before or after meals is determined by the specific medicine as well as the disease. Generally speaking, it is advisable to take Chinese medicines about one hour before meals to facilitate the absorption of medicines as soon as possible. However, for the gastrointestinal stimulation of the prescription, it is advisable to take after meals to prevent side effects; tonic prescription, it is advisable to take on an empty stomach; malaria prescription, it is advisable to take 2 hours before the onset of malaria; tranquilizers, it is advisable to take before going to bed; acute and serious illnesses can be served at any time; chronic diseases should be served at regular intervals, so that it can continue to play a role in the effectiveness of the drug. According to the needs of the condition, some can be taken several times a day, some can be decocted as tea, when drinking. Individual formulas, the ancients have special requirements for the time of service, such as cock-song loose before dawn on an empty stomach, cold service is more effective. The specific time to take medication need to consult a doctor, follow the doctor’s instructions for medication.