Meta Information

ID:panax-ginseng

Name:Panax Ginseng

Schema Version:1.5

Alternate Names

• Asian Ginseng
• Korean Ginseng
• Ren Shen

Intervention Type

therapeutic_agent

Expected Cost Mean

Low Cost:

10

High Cost:

40

Cost Type:

monthly

Description:

Cost for a 30-day supply of standardized Panax ginseng extract.

Summary

Panax ginseng is an adaptogenic herb whose primary active compounds, ginsenosides, are thought to exert antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. It may modulate pathways like NF-κB and Nrf2, potentially improving cellular stress resistance, immune function, and glucose metabolism. Its relevance to healthspan lies in its potential to mitigate chronic low-grade inflammation and support resilience against age-related stressors.

Purpose

Adaptogenic herb to potentially reduce inflammation and support cellular resilience.

Card Summary

An adaptogenic herb with active compounds (ginsenosides) that may combat inflammation, support immune function, and enhance cellular resilience against age-related stress.

Drug Class

Drugs In Class

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Impact

Score:

3.8

Justification:

Potential benefits for immunity and fatigue, but limited direct evidence for systemic longevity.

Evidence

Grade:

B

Score:

6.5

Justification:

Numerous human trials exist, but results are often inconsistent and lack longevity endpoints.

Safety

Score:

3.5

Justification:

Generally safe but has notable interactions with anticoagulants, diabetes, and antidepressant medications.

Flags

• May interfere with anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin), increasing bleeding risk.
• Can affect blood sugar levels; caution is advised for individuals on diabetes medication.
• Potential interactions with antidepressants, particularly MAOIs.
• Long-term safety profile beyond six months is not well-established.
• May cause insomnia, especially when taken later in the day.

Verdict

A potentially useful adaptogen for fatigue, but evidence for longevity is weak.

Created

2026-04-27T01:00:58.040578Z

Model

Gemini 3.1 Pro (High)

Delivery

Route:

oral

Scope:

• systemic

Indication

Focus:

healthspan

Description:

Panax ginseng is an adaptogenic herb whose primary active compounds, ginsenosides, are thought to exert antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. It may modulate pathways like NF-κB and Nrf2, potenti...

Typical Protocol

• Daily intake of 200-400 mg of a standardized extract containing 2-7% total ginsenosides.