Herbarium of the Ancients — Detailed Notebook

Ginseng

Panax ginseng

Please read before use: the information below describes traditional and informational uses — it does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional. In case of doubt, pregnancy, breastfeeding, ongoing treatment, or use in children, seek advice before use.

Enhanced precautions for this plant: Not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding due to its potentially hormonal action. May interact with medications, particularly anticoagulants, antidiabetics, and certain antidepressants: prior medical advice is essential. Not recommended for children, or in cases of hypertension or cardiac disorders, without the advice of a healthcare professional. Prolonged use or excessive dosage may cause nervousness, insomnia, or digestive disturbances; it is traditionally advised not to use it continuously over long periods.

Decoction — Dried root

Ginseng root decoction

The dried root, cut into thin slices, is traditionally simmered gently in water for about twenty minutes, then filtered. This preparation, common in the Far East, should be adapted with the help of a professional trained in herbal medicine. Dosage must be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.

Powder — Dried root reduced to powder

Root powder

The dried root is finely ground to obtain a powder, traditionally mixed with honey or lukewarm water. As traditional dosage varies greatly depending on the preparation and the individual, professional advice is required before any use. Dosage must be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.

Tincture — Dried root

Root tincture

The root is macerated in alcohol for several weeks to extract its active principles, according to ancestral methods transmitted by Asian herbalists. Due to the risk of interactions and the concentration of this form, a professional should be consulted before any use. Dosage must be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.

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