NOW Panax Ginseng 500 mg
Brand: NOW · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Panax ginseng is a popular herbal supplement, but the specific product you asked about — NOW Panax Ginseng 500 mg — does not have its own data in the provided information. Our assessment is based on the ingredients listed. The core ingredient for this product is not clearly identified in the data provided. Data not available for specific clinical studies on this product.
How it works
Because the specific ingredient data for Panax ginseng is not provided, we cannot describe its mechanism of action from this dataset. For general context, ingredients like calcium work through bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, this does not apply to Panax ginseng. Data not available for this product's mechanism.
Safety profile
The FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports for all supplements in the database, but specific report counts for Panax ginseng are not available in the data provided [FDA data]. High calcium intake, as a separate example, can cause constipation, nausea, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS], but this information does not apply to Panax ginseng. Data not available for side effects of this specific product.
Our recommendation
Based on the data provided, we cannot make a specific recommendation for NOW Panax Ginseng 500 mg. The available data covers calcium, not ginseng. You should consult your healthcare provider before taking any new supplement, especially if you take medications. Data not available to support a recommendation for this product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | NOW |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 250.0 Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | Off 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