1. Sources and Habitat

Eleutherococcus senticosus (synonym Acanthopanax senticosus) is a species of small, woody shrub in the family Araliaceae native to Northeastern Asia. It is often colloquially referred to as Siberian Ginseng. The parts of eastern Russia, eastern China, and parts of Korea and Japan are areas from which the Siberian ginseng originated.
 

2. Descriptions and Specifications of Product

Content Specifications: 0.8% 1.2% Eleutheroside B+E Test by HPLC
 

Eleutheroside B

Molecular Formula:  C17H24O9 

Molecular Mass:372.36   

CAS No.: 114902-16-8

Constitutional Formula:                   

       

Eleutheroside E

Molecular Formula:  C34H46O18

Molecular Mass:742.71

CAS No.:  39432-56-9

Constitutional Formula:

     
3. Indications and Uses

Preventing and relieving stress, boosting  energy and preventing disease caused by the pressure; 
Resisting fatigue, restoring energy rapidly;
Stimulating the body's immune system, and improving immunity;
Improving blood circulation, promoting metabolism and improving skin blood running to desalt the chloasm.

4. Safety Concerns

No toxicity or side effects reported. Should not be taken with a high fever (above 39 deg C) or at a very high blood pressure (WHO stage 2).

Siberian ginseng is LIKELY SAFE for most adults when used short-term. While side effects are rare, some people can have drowsiness, changes in heart rhythm, sadness, anxiety, muscle spasms, and other side effects. In high doses, increased blood pressure might occur.

5. Dosage Information

150-500 mg extracts equiv to 2-5 gm daily. Dried plant powder: 3-15 gm. Tincture: 10-50 drops. Dried root: 500-3,000 milligrams daily (tea, or in capsules).

The Information had not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, only for reference.