Samento Amazonian vs Ganoderma Tsugae

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Samento Amazonian

Uncaria tomentosa (POA-free)

Immune Support

Ganoderma tsugae

Immune Support

Samento Amazonian

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Ganoderma Tsugae

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Specialized pentacyclic-only cats claw extract for Lyme and immune conditions.

A North American Reishi relative growing on hemlock trees, used for immune support.

Active Compounds

Pentacyclic oxindole alkaloids only, Quinovic acid glycosides

ganoderic acids, polysaccharides, triterpenoids, ergosterol

Traditional Uses

Lyme disease, Chronic immune conditions, Inflammation

immune support, liver protection, inflammation, cancer support

Modern Uses

Enhanced immune modulator, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial

immunostimulant, hepatoprotective, anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

15-40 drops tincture 1-3x daily

1-3g extract daily

Contraindications

Autoimmune diseases, Pregnancy, Organ transplant

autoimmune conditions, anticoagulant medications

Side Effects

Herxheimer reaction, GI upset

generally well tolerated

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E