Korean Red Ginseng Extract vs Pausinystalia African

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Korean Red Ginseng Extract

Panax ginseng (steamed)

Mens Health

Pausinystalia macroceras

Mens Health

Korean Red Ginseng Extract

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Pausinystalia African

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Steam-processed ginseng with enhanced ginsenoside profile for male vitality.

Central African tree related to yohimbe with milder action.

Active Compounds

Ginsenoside Rg3, Ginsenoside Rh2, Compound K, Ginsenoside Rg5

Yohimbine (lower), Corynanthine, Pseudoyohimbine

Traditional Uses

Erectile dysfunction, Fatigue, Immune support, Cognitive enhancement

Fatigue, Low libido, Fever

Modern Uses

ED treatment research, Anti-fatigue, Immune modulation, Neuroprotection

Mild stimulant, Aphrodisiac, Antimalarial

Adult Dosage

1-3g daily or 200-400mg extract

2-4g bark decoction daily

Contraindications

Insomnia, Hypertension, Bleeding disorders, Autoimmune diseases

Heart disease, Hypertension, Pregnancy, MAO inhibitors

Side Effects

Insomnia, Headache, Digestive upset, Elevated blood pressure

Anxiety, Tachycardia, GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E