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Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan - Solitary Hermit.
Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan also known as Loranthus Formula and Solitary Hermit
TCM ACTIONS
Dispels Wind-Cold-Damp to relieve pain, tonifies the Qi and nourishes the Blood, tonifies the Liver and Kidney.
INDICATIONS
Chronic osteoarthritis, chronic rheumatoid arthritis, sciatica, chronic lower back pain, sequelae of poliomyelitis.
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Chronic arthralgia, Reduced range of motion of affected joints, Swelling of the affected joints, Deformity of the affected joints, Symptoms worse in cold and wet weather, Fatigue, Weakness, Shortness of breath on mild exertion (exertional dyspnoea) Reduced tolerance to cold temperature, Paraesthesia or numbness in the extremities, Pale tongue with a white coat, Weak and thready pulse.
ACTIONS OF THE MAIN HERBS
• Angelica pubescens root is used orally in formulas for the treatment of arthritic and rheumatic disorders as well as torelieve the general malaise that accompanies severe cases of common cold or influenza. It has been shown to have anti-inflammatory, analgesic, diaphoretic, hypotensive and sedative actions.
• Loranthus stem is used orally in formulas to treat arthritic and rheumatic disorders, as well as threatened miscarriage, and hypertension. It has been shown to have a tonic action and contains significant amounts of organic minerals (calcium, magnesium, etc.) to strengthen the tendons and bones. It also has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, hypotensive, demulcent and antispasmodic actions.
DOSAGE & COURSE OF TREATMENT
8 - 12 pills, 3 times daily, half to one hour away from food. In severe cases and in the early stages of treatment (first 4 – 6 weeks) the dosage may be increased by 50 - 100%. Course of treatment: 3 – 6 months, or ongoing (elderly patients) Safe to use long term
CAUTIONS
Avoid foods that may aggravate arthritis (e.g. sugar, caffeine, citrus, salt, red meat, dairy products, additives, soft drinks, white flour, nightshades, white potatoes), smoking, saturated fats and hydrogenated fats. Caution for those on anti-coagulant medications (i.e. Heparin, warfarin or aspirin). Not to be used during pregnancy.
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Package size: 200 pills/bottle
