Ginseng

Ginseng: beneficial properties and applications

Ginseng (Panax ginseng) is a plant known for its tonic properties and has been used medicinally for over 2,000 years. Ginseng grows in North Korea, China, Russia and other countries. Its roots are used to prepare medicines in the form of tablets, capsules, powders and tinctures.

Producers of ginseng: Camellia NPP (Russia), Krka (Slovenia), Sunrey Export-Import Company (United States of America), Technopharm (Russia).

Ginseng contains many biologically active substances, such as triterpene saponins, proteins, lipids, starch, essential oil, pectins, etc. Ginseng roots contain special saponins called panaxosides, which are responsible for its tonic properties. Ginseng tincture in 70% ethyl alcohol contains triterpene saponins, lipids, pectin substances, and essential oil.

The use of ginseng is recommended for arterial hypotension, hypoxia, fatigue, overwork, neurasthenia, weakened sexual function due to neurasthenia (in complex therapy). Ginseng helps improve performance, concentration and resistance to stress.

No contraindications to the use of ginseng have been identified, and side effects and interactions with other drugs have not yet been studied. However, you should not take ginseng in the afternoon to avoid disrupting your normal sleep pattern.

Ginseng is a medicinal plant that can be used in complex therapy to improve performance and resistance to stress. However, as with any medicine, you should consult your doctor or pharmacist before using ginseng to avoid possible unwanted effects.