Panax Ginseng

Feature Summary

Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer (Ginseng radix) is named after the botanist and explorer C.A. Meyer. It is the most ancient and recognized species of ginseng. It is the primary species used in scientific studies to explore ginseng's properties.

Extensive clinical studies over the past 20 years show that this ginseng has two main effects. As an adaptogenic, it enhances the body's non-specific response to external stress. It also improves physical and mental performance.

Ingredients

Each softgel contains:
Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer extract (root)............................100 mg
(Standardized to 10% ginsenosides)

Recommended Adult Dose

1 softgel 3 times daily or as directed by a health care practitioner. Consult a health care practitioner for use beyond 3 months.

Contraindications

• Taking ginseng preparations may increase the effectiveness of insulin and drugs that lower blood sugar levels such as glyburide (Diabeta, Micronase). Consult your health care practitioner prior to use.
• Ginseng may interfere with the anticoagulant drug Coumadin^® (warfarin).
• People taking Coumadin should not take ginseng unless they are being closely monitored by a health care practitioner.

Additional Information

Children: Ginseng is not generally recommended for children.

Pregnancy and Nursing: As the effects of ginseng during pregnancy and lactation have not been sufficiently evaluated, it should not be used during these times.

Seniors: No special precautions are known.