Solitary Hermit (Du Huo Ji Huang Tang) | Herbal Tincture
$14.00
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Solitary Hermit (Du Huo Ji Huang Tang) | Herbal Tincture
$14.00
Authentic Ingredients
Made in USA
Easy to Prepare
Size: 1 oz (w/dropper included)-- approx. 10 days supply
MADE IN USA
What is it:
Angelica & Loranthus Liquid Tincture (Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang) is a Chinese Medicine formula that is properly used to address chronic joint pain and stiffness, especially when the pain gets worse in cold and damp weather (and diminishes with the use a heating pad). Also known as "Solitary Hermit", this formula promotes the health of the circulatory and musculoskeletal system... it gently calms and relaxes muscles and tendons to help soothe away the nervousness & tension and relieve pain due to common everyday overwork and fatigue.
This formula is often helpful for the elderly and is also a great choice for elderly pets who are having trouble getting around.
What is it good for:
- lower back pain
- fatigue
- rheumatoid arthritis
- chronic lumbago, sciatica, and numbness, pain, and/or swelling in the limbs
Traditional Chinese medicine benefits:
- dispels wind-damp
- strengthens tendons and bones
- tonifies Kidney
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nourishes the Liver
What else you might like to know:
It is important to understand that Chinese herbs work by restoring balance to the body. This means that you usually have to take an herb or a formula for a longer period of time than you would with pharmaceuticals in order to get results-- usually at least a month, and often times longer than that... it all depends on the individual and the nature of the ailment being addressed.
Ingredients:
Pubescent Angelica root (Du huo), Taxillus herb (Ji sheng), Siler root (Fang feng), Gentiana Macrophylla root (Qin jiao), Eucommia Bark (Du zhong), Achyranthes root (Huai niu xi), Cinnamon bark (Rou gui), Chinese Angelica root (Dang gui), Sichuan Lovage rhizome (Chuan xiong), Rehmania root (Sheng di huang), White peony root (Bai shao), Ginseng root (Ren shen), Poria fungus (Fu ling), Honey-fried licorice root (Zhi gan cao), Asarum herb (Xi xin), Corydalis root (Yan hu suo)
Directions for use:
Shake Well before each use.
Maintenance Serving: Dissolve 1-2 droppers (1/2 tsp.) in warm water or juice 2-3 times daily.
Augmented Serving: Take 1 full tsp. 2 to 3 times daily in warm water or juice or as directed by a qualified herbalist familiar with the use of Chinese herbs and formulas.
To evaporate alcohol place in hot water.
Dosage for Pets
Administer as per your veterinarian's guidance, adjusting dosage to match your pet's size and specific needs.
Typically given as a daily supplement, this works best when integrated into a holistic health plan.
One dropper full equals 1/4 tsp.
- Under 30lbs half dropper 1-3x/day
- 30 - 60 Ibs one dropper 1-3x/day
- 60 - 120lbs 1.5 droppers 1-3x/day
- Over 120lbs 2 droppers 1-3x/day
Frequently asked questions
What is Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang?
Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang, also called Angelica and Loranthus Decoction or Solitary Hermit, is a classical Chinese medicine formula for long-standing joint aches and stiffness. Our version is a liquid tincture made in the USA by root + spring. In TCM terms it dispels wind-damp, strengthens tendons and bones, tonifies the Kidney, and nourishes the Liver.
What is Solitary Hermit traditionally used for?
In Chinese medicine this formula is traditionally used for chronic joint and lower back aches and stiffness that get worse in cold, damp weather and feel better with a heating pad. It is also used for numbness or heaviness in the limbs, and for the tension and tiredness that come with everyday overwork. It gently relaxes muscles and tendons.
What herbs are in the Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang tincture?
There are sixteen herbs. Du Huo, Ji Sheng, Fang Feng, Qin Jiao, Du Zhong, Huai Niu Xi, Rou Gui (cinnamon bark), Dang Gui, Chuan Xiong, Sheng Di Huang (rehmannia), Bai Shao (white peony), Ren Shen (ginseng), Fu Ling (poria), Zhi Gan Cao (honey-fried licorice), Xi Xin (asarum), and Yan Hu Suo (corydalis). Some clear wind-damp while others nourish and build.
Is Solitary Hermit a good choice for older adults?
Yes, it is often chosen for older adults. Unlike formulas that only disperse, it pairs herbs that clear wind-damp with tonics such as ginseng, Dang Gui, rehmannia, and eucommia that nourish Qi, blood, and the Kidney. That balance suits people whose aches have built up over years and who also feel depleted or tired.
How do I take the Solitary Hermit tincture?
Shake the bottle well before each use. For the maintenance serving, add 1 to 2 droppers (about 1/2 teaspoon) to warm water or juice 2 to 3 times daily. The augmented serving is 1 full teaspoon 2 to 3 times daily. To evaporate most of the alcohol, add your dose to hot water and let it sit a few minutes.
How long does it take for Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang to work?
Chinese herbs work by gradually restoring balance, so this formula is usually taken for at least a month, and often longer, before people judge how it is helping. That is especially true for aches that have been around for years. Results depend on the individual and the nature of the problem.
Who should avoid this formula?
Avoid it during pregnancy or breastfeeding, since it contains blood-moving herbs such as Dang Gui, Chuan Xiong, and Niu Xi. It is a warming formula, so it is traditionally not suited to joints that are hot, red, and swollen. If you take blood thinners or other prescription medicines, check with your doctor or a Chinese medicine practitioner first.
How big is a bottle of Solitary Hermit tincture?
Each bottle holds 1 oz and includes a dropper, which is about a 10 day supply at the maintenance serving. Since this formula is usually taken for a month or more, most people buy a few bottles at a time. The augmented serving of a full teaspoon will empty a bottle faster.