Siberian Ginseng Extract

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Traditional Fluid Extract of Siberian Gingeng Root, Eleutherococcus senticosus, in Ethanol and Purified Water.

Scientific Name: Eleutherococcus senticosus

Main Pharmacological Actions:

• Adaptogenic
• Antioxidant
• Chemoprotective
• Immunomodulator & Immune stimulant
• Hepatoprotective (protects the liver)
• Hypertensive (raises blood pressure when low)
• Hypoglycemic (lowers blood sugar)

Natural Constituents:

• Glycosides: Eleutherosides - responsible for increased resistance to stress, antioxidant cell protection
• Polysaccharides (eleutherans A through G) - have blood sugar lowering and immunostimulating effect
• Triterpenoid saponins (Ciwujianosides)
• Phytosterols (beta-sitosterol)
• Coumarins (isofraxidin)
• Nutrients: Vitamin E, beta-carotene

Recommended Dose: 15-20 drops in the morning, lunch, and at noon to match the adrenal gland rhythm. Do not take late at night or for longer than 10-14 consecutive days.

Safety & Toxicity Concerns:

High doses may cause palpitations, insomnia, hypertension and tachycardia.
Best to avoid in children and those that are nervous, tense, manic, during the acute phase of infections
Use caution in autoimmune disease due to Immunostimulant effects. Do not use during pregnancy and lactation.

Interactions:

Avoid use with other stimulants, alcohol, barbiturates, anti-psychotics, and anticoagulants.
Diabetics should monitor blood glucose levels and adjust medication accordingly, due to the reported hypoglycemic effects in animals.
May increase plasma drug levels of digoxin.

For maximal therapeutic results, modern herbalists use blend of herbs with multiple beneficial effects. Eleuthero blends well with other adrenal adaptogenic herbs like Withania, Licorice, and Korean Ginseng.

Warning: Herbal extracts may interact with other therapeutic substances, or be contraindicated in certain conditions, and as a general rule are not recommended for use by children, in pregnancy and lactation, or if you are on certain prescription medications.If wondering if any of our herbal products may be of benefit to you, please complete and submit this form and get in touch by phone or email.

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