NOW Panax Ginseng 500 mg
Brand: NOW · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Panax ginseng is a popular herbal supplement, but for this specific product, NOW Panax Ginseng 500 mg, the data on its active ingredients is limited. Our assessment must be based strictly on the data provided. The primary ingredient listed is Panax ginseng, but the detailed health and safety data we have is for calcium, not ginseng. Therefore, we cannot make evidence-based claims about ginseng’s effects on energy, cognition, or immunity using the provided information. For calcium, the data confirms it supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder and a nerve signaler. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it helps your muscles relax and nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS]. However, these mechanisms apply to calcium, not to the Panax ginseng in this product. For the ginseng component specifically, data on its mechanism of action is not available in the provided materials.
Safety profile
Based on the FDA adverse event data, there are 592,059 total reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product or its ingredients are not broken out [FDA data]. For calcium, the data shows that high intakes can increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood and urine calcium levels can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Additionally, calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. For Panax ginseng side effects, data is not available.
Our recommendation
Because the provided data focuses on calcium rather than Panax ginseng, we cannot recommend this product for any specific ginseng-related benefit. If you are considering it for energy or immune support, data is not available to support those uses. If you are taking calcium for bone health, be aware of the potential interactions with medications and the risks of high intake [NIH ODS]. We recommend you consult with your healthcare provider before starting this supplement, especially if you take prescription medications or have a history of kidney or heart conditions.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | NOW |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 250.0 Veg Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
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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).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide