Zheng Gu Shui, or “bonesetting water” is a powerful liniment that was formulated over 500 years ago by Chinese herbalists. Used for the temporary relief of aches, pains and injuries, zheng gu Shui’s cooling formula is applied externally to the body and boosts circulation and the healing process.
This remedy has been known by a few names over the years. It is also known as Dit da jow in Cantonese or Die da jiu in Mandarin.
Traditionally Zheng Gu Shui has been helpful for relieving pains helping to treat fractures, broken bones, and various traumas from battle. Nowadays this use has been largely superceded by its use for treating pains and bruises.
Uses:
For the temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints due to simple backache, arthritis, strains, bruises, and sprains.
Ingredients:
Camphor (5.6%), Menthol (5.6%)
Inactive Ingredients:
alcohol, Japanese Knotweed (Polygonum Cuspidatum Siebold & Zucc.) rhizome, Paniculate swallowwort (Pycnostelma paniculatum (Bge.) K. Schum.) root, Shin-leaf prickly ash (Zanthoxylum nitidum (Roxb.) DC.) root, water, and Zedoary rhizome.
Directions:
Adults and children 2 year of age and older: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily.
Children under 2 years of age: Do not use, consult a doctor.
Keep container tightly closed. Store at room temperature under 86 degrees farenheit.
Warning:
For external use only.
Flammable, keep away from flame.
Do not use on wounds, or on irritated or damaged skin.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
**This information is provided to assist trained practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine with selection of products. If you are not familiar with these formulas or concepts please consult an acupuncturist or herbal practitioner trained in the use of Chinese herbs or refer to more in-depth reference materials. Chinese herbal remedies are meant to improve health and function, not act as a substitute for medical care.