Traditional Chinese Great Tonifying Pill
Boost immunity, fight fatigue, and increase your appetite with this potent combination of Astragalus and Codonopsis root.
Chinese name: Shen Qi Da Bu Wan (shen chee dah boo wahn)
Also known as: Codonopsis Astragalus Great Tonifying Pill
Indications
Weak immunity, fatigue, lack of appetite
Functions
Tonifies lung and spleen qi, strengthens immunity.
Description
Shen Qi Da Bu Wan is a general tonic for qi, blood, and immune function (wei qi). It is a mixture of Astragalus and Codonopsis root (dang shen). Both herbs are important tonics, and combined they make a balanced formula. They have a synergistic effect, since they both stimulate the central nervous system, lower blood pressure, stimulate the immune system, and increase the blood count.
Dosage: 8 to 10 pills, three times a day
The Chinese have another remedy for fatigue, a liquid tonic that is mixed with water or tea. It's described in the next section of this article.
For more about traditional Chinese medicine, treatments, cures, beliefs, and other interesting topics, see:
- How Traditional Chinese Medicine Works
- How to Treat Common Ailments with Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Traditional Chinese Medicine for Coughs, Colds, Flu, and Allergies
- Traditional Chinese Medicine for the Digestive System
- Traditional Chinese Medicine for Pain Relief

