Du Huo Ji Sheng (独活寄生) is a classical formula from the Tang dynasty. In Chinese medicine it is used to expel Wind and Damp from the joints and strengthen the Liver and Kidneys.
 
Traditional actions in Chinese medicine:
Expels Wind and Damp
Strengthens the lower back and knees
Nourishes Qi and Blood
 
Traditionally used for:
Aching, stiff lower back and knees
Joints that feel worse in cold, damp weather
Weakness of the legs
 
Ingredients:
Du Huo (Angelicae Pubescentis Radix)
Sang Ji Sheng (Taxilli Herba)
Qin Jiao (Gentianae Macrophyllae Radix)
Fang Feng (Saposhnikoviae Radix)
Xi Xin (Asari Radix)
Dang Gui (Angelicae Sinensis Radix)
Bai Shao (Paeoniae Radix Alba)
Chuan Xiong (Chuanxiong Rhizoma)
Shu Di Huang (Rehmanniae Radix Praeparata)
Du Zhong (Eucommiae Cortex)
Niu Xi (Achyranthis Radix)
Dang Shen (Codonopsis Radix)
Fu Ling (Poria)
Gan Cao (Glycyrrhizae Radix)
Rou Gui (Cinnamomi Cortex)
 
How to take: Pills taken with warm water, usually twice daily. Dosage should follow the advice of a qualified practitioner.
 
Not suitable during pregnancy, or where joints are hot, red and swollen. If a joint is suddenly hot and swollen, or back pain comes with numbness or loss of bladder control, seek urgent medical help.
 
Please note: Please speak to one of our practitioners before use, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition.
 
If you have any questions, call us or book a free consultation with one of our Chinese medicine herbalists online or in our clinics in Dublin 4 or Dún Laoghaire.