Hawaii Pharm American Ginseng
Brand: Hawaii Pharm · Form: LIQUID, SUPPLEMENT FORM [E0165] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that American Ginseng is a widely used botanical supplement, but the available data for this specific product is limited. Our assessment is based on the general properties of the ingredient. You should be aware that the total number of adverse event reports for all dietary supplements is 592,059 [FDA data], but specific data for this product is not available.
How it works
The mechanism for American Ginseng is not detailed in the provided data. For context, other ingredients like calcium work through mechanisms such as bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. Specific data on how American Ginseng works is not available.
Safety profile
Safety data for this specific product is not available. However, general safety concerns exist for other supplements; for example, high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer, and high levels can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, constipation, nausea, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. Data on side effects for American Ginseng is not available.
Our recommendation
Based on the provided data, we cannot make a specific recommendation for Hawaii Pharm American Ginseng. You should consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially since interactions are possible (e.g., calcium can reduce absorption of certain medications like tetracycline antibiotics and levothyroxine) [NIH ODS]. Without specific data on this product's benefits and risks, a confident recommendation is not possible.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Hawaii Pharm |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 4.0 Fluid Ounce(s) 120.0 mL |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- 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