Solitary Hermit Teapills – Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan – 1,000 Count
A Larger Supply of This Classic Plum Flower Joint & Lower-Body TCM Formula
If you already know Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan is the traditional formula you're looking for, the 1,000-count Solitary Hermit bottle gives you a much larger supply without having to reorder every week or two.
Solitary Hermit Teapills (Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan) is a classic 14-herb Traditional Chinese Medicine formula traditionally considered when aching, stiffness, heaviness, or uncomfortable movement of the lower back, knees, and legs occurs as part of a pattern involving Wind-Cold-Damp obstruction and underlying deficiency.
This larger Plum Flower bottle contains 1,000 prepared teapills. At the bottle directions of 8 teapills three times daily, it provides approximately a 41-day supply.
Why Choose the 1,000-Count Bottle?
The formula inside is the traditional Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan combination. The difference is simply that this bottle gives you considerably more teapills.
- 1,000 teapills per bottle
- Approximately 41 days at label directions
- Fewer bottles to order
- No daily herbal brewing or decoction preparation
- Useful for customers already familiar with Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan
If you're trying this traditional formula for the first time, the smaller bottle may make more sense. If you already know this is the formula you want, the 1,000-count size offers a much longer supply.
What Is Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan?
Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan (独活寄生丸) is a traditional Chinese herbal formula also known as Solitary Hermit, Angelica Pubescens and Taxillus Pills, and Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the formula is associated with a pattern often described as Wind-Cold-Damp obstruction occurring together with underlying deficiency.
That terminology can sound complicated. In practical TCM terms, the traditional pattern may involve stiffness, aching, heaviness, or difficulty moving comfortably, particularly through the lower back, knees, and legs. Cold or damp conditions may also be part of the traditional presentation.
What makes Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan interesting is its two-sided traditional approach. Some herbs address Wind-Damp obstruction, while others nourish Qi and Blood and traditionally support the Liver, Kidney, tendons, and bones.
Product Details at a Glance
Traditional Name: Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan
English Name: Solitary Hermit Teapills
Brand: Plum Flower
Form: Prepared herbal teapills
Bottle Size: 1,000 teapills
Formula Size: 14 traditional herbs
Label Directions: 8 teapills, 3 times daily
Daily Amount at Label Directions: 24 teapills
Approximate Supply: About 41 days
Traditional Pattern: Wind-Cold-Damp obstruction with underlying deficiency
Preparation Required: None — swallow with water
Origin: China
14 Traditional Herbs Working as One Formula
Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan isn't simply a Du Huo or Du Zhong supplement. It is a 14-herb traditional formula in which the herbs have complementary roles according to Chinese herbal theory.
| Pinyin | Botanical Ingredient | Traditional Role |
|---|---|---|
| Sang Ji Sheng | Taxillus chinensis stem & leaf | Traditionally supports tendons and bones and dispels Wind-Damp |
| Shu Di Huang | Rehmannia glutinosa root (prepared) | Traditionally nourishes Blood and Yin |
| Dang Shen | Codonopsis pilosula root | Traditionally tonifies Qi |
| Dang Gui | Angelica sinensis root | Traditionally nourishes Blood |
| Fu Ling | Poria cocos sclerotium | Traditionally supports Spleen Qi and fluid balance |
| Du Huo | Angelica pubescens root | Traditionally dispels Wind-Damp, particularly from the lower body |
| Huai Niu Xi | Achyranthes bidentata root | Traditionally supports tendons, bones, lower back, and knees |
| Du Zhong | Eucommia ulmoides bark (salt-fried) | Traditionally tonifies Liver and Kidney and supports the lower back |
| Bai Shao | Paeonia lactiflora root | Traditionally nourishes Blood |
| Fang Feng | Saposhnikovia divaricata root | Traditionally dispels Wind |
| Qin Jiao | Gentiana macrophylla root | Traditionally dispels Wind-Damp from the channels |
| Rou Gui | Cinnamomum cassia bark | Traditionally warms the channels |
| Chuan Xiong | Ligusticum chuanxiong rhizome | Traditionally invigorates Blood |
| Gan Cao | Glycyrrhiza uralensis root | Traditionally harmonizes the formula |
Other Ingredients: Talcum, botanical wax.
What Makes This Formula Different?
Traditional Chinese herbal formulas aren't simply collections of herbs with identical purposes. Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan combines several traditional strategies within one formula.
Du Huo, Sang Ji Sheng, Fang Feng, and Qin Jiao address the Wind-Damp aspect of the traditional pattern.
Du Zhong, Huai Niu Xi, and Sang Ji Sheng are traditionally associated with supporting the lower back, tendons, and bones.
Shu Di Huang, Dang Gui, and Bai Shao provide the Blood-nourishing portion of the formula, while Dang Shen and Fu Ling support Qi.
That combination helps explain why this traditional formula is associated not simply with stiffness or aching, but with a presentation where those concerns occur together with underlying weakness or deficiency according to TCM theory.
Why Teapills & How Do I Use Them?
Preparing 14 separate herbs as a traditional decoction every day isn't practical for everyone.
Teapills provide the complete formula in a prepared form. There is no weighing individual herbs, simmering a pot for hours, or straining a decoction.
Label directions: Take 8 teapills, 3 times per day.
Swallow the teapills with water. If you have a sensitive stomach, taking them with food may be more comfortable.
At 24 teapills per day, this 1,000-count bottle provides approximately 41 days of use.
Follow the product label unless your qualified healthcare professional or Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner has provided different instructions.
200 Count or 1,000 Count: Which Should I Choose?
| 200 Count | 1,000 Count | |
|---|---|---|
| Formula | Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan | Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan |
| Brand | Plum Flower | Plum Flower |
| Label Directions | 8 teapills, 3 times daily | 8 teapills, 3 times daily |
| Approximate Supply | About 8 days | About 41 days |
| Best Fit | Smaller quantity | Customers wanting a longer supply |
Same traditional formula. Much larger bottle. The 1,000-count size is particularly practical for someone who already knows Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan is the formula they want.
Modern Research on Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang/Wan
Researchers have investigated Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang/Wan as well as several of its individual herbs. Research ranges from laboratory and animal studies to observational and clinical research.
- PubMed: Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang and cartilage degradation research
- PubMed: Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang, inflammation and cartilage research
- PubMed: Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang and joint-related mechanisms
- PubMed: Chinese herbal prescribing patterns and osteoarthritis
- PubMed: Angelica pubescens (Du Huo) review
These links are provided for educational purposes. Research findings should not be interpreted as evidence that this particular product diagnoses, treats, cures, or prevents osteoarthritis or any other disease.
Safety & Cautions
Do not use if pregnant or nursing.
This is a multi-herb formula and may interact with medications. Consult your physician, pharmacist, or qualified herbal practitioner before use if you take prescription medications, have an existing medical condition, or have known sensitivities to any of the ingredients.
Persistent, severe, unexplained, or worsening back or joint discomfort should be medically evaluated.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 1,000-count Solitary Hermit the same formula as the smaller bottle?
Yes. Both are Plum Flower Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan. The primary difference is the number of teapills in the bottle.
How long does the 1,000-count bottle last?
At the label directions of 8 teapills three times daily, you use 24 teapills per day. A 1,000-count bottle therefore provides approximately 41 days of use.
Why would I choose 1,000 teapills?
The larger bottle may make sense if you're already familiar with Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan and want a longer supply with fewer bottles to reorder.
What does Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan mean?
Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan is the commonly used Pinyin name for this traditional formula. Solitary Hermit is the English product name used for the Plum Flower teapills.
Do I need to brew the herbs?
No. These are prepared teapills. Swallow them with water according to the product directions.
How many herbs are in the formula?
Plum Flower Solitary Hermit contains 14 traditional herbal ingredients.
Is this simply a Du Huo supplement?
No. Although Du Huo is the namesake herb, Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan is a traditional multi-herb formula containing 14 herbs with complementary roles according to TCM theory.
A Practical Choice When You Want a Longer Supply
The main advantage of this size is straightforward: you receive 1,000 Plum Flower Du Huo Ji Sheng Wan teapills in one bottle.
For customers already familiar with this classic traditional formula, that means approximately 41 days at the label directions without needing to purchase several smaller bottles.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product and information are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Traditional uses described on this page are based on Traditional Chinese Medicine theory and are provided for educational purposes.
