Herb Pharm Asian Ginseng
Brand: Herb Pharm · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product is labeled as Asian Ginseng, but the specific data provided is for Calcium, not ginseng. Our assessment: you should be cautious, as the available data does not support any specific health claims for the Herb Pharm Asian Ginseng product. Data not available for the intended ingredient. [NIH ODS] [FDA data]
How it works
Based on the provided data for Calcium, it works through bone mineralization to support bone density and mineral deposition, and it supports neuromuscular relaxation for muscle and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. However, this does not apply to Asian Ginseng. The mechanism of action for this product is not described in the data you provided.
Safety profile
The FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements in the database. For the ingredient Calcium, side effects include constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease at high levels [NIH ODS] [FDA data]. No specific side effect reports are available for Asian Ginseng in the provided data.
Our recommendation
Our recommendation: Do not use this product based on the data provided. The safety and efficacy data you supplied is for Calcium, not Asian Ginseng. For any supplement, consult your healthcare provider before starting, especially if you take medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, or levothyroxine, as calcium can reduce their absorption [NIH ODS]. Without specific data for Asian Ginseng, we cannot make a safe or effective recommendation.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Herb Pharm |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Vegetarian Capsule(s) 450.0 mg |
| 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