Swanson Premium Brand Full Spectrum Korean Red Ginseng Root 400 mg
Brand: Swanson Premium Brand · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product is a single-ingredient supplement providing 400 mg of Korean red ginseng root. However, based on the data provided, there is no specific information on Korean red ginseng’s mechanisms, benefits, or safety profile. The only ingredient data available is for calcium, which is not present in this product. Therefore, we cannot offer an evidence-based assessment of this specific supplement using the provided data.
How it works
Data not available. The provided data does not contain information on how Korean red ginseng works in the body. The only mechanism data covers calcium, which involves bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. This does not apply to the product in question.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but no specific report count is provided for Korean red ginseng [FDA data]. The only safety data available is for calcium, which includes risks such as constipation, nausea, and abnormal heart rhythms at high levels [NIH ODS]. This data does not apply to Korean red ginseng. Side effects for this product are not available in the provided data.
Our recommendation
Based on the data provided, we cannot make a confident recommendation for this product. The available information on calcium does not apply to Korean red ginseng, and no specific studies, benefits, or risks for ginseng are listed in the data section. Without this evidence, we advise you to consult a healthcare provider before using this supplement.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Swanson Premium Brand |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 90.0 Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
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- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
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Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide