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Eleutherococcus senticosus
This herb is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the developing fetus.
This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
Consult your healthcare provider before use.
This herb may interact with medications you are taking. Review the interactions table below and consult your healthcare provider before use.
Eleuthero, formerly known as Siberian ginseng, is a thorny shrub native to northeastern Asia. It was extensively studied in Russia as an adaptogen for enhancing performance under stress. Though not a true ginseng (Panax), it shares adaptogenic properties and was used by Russian astronauts and athletes.
Eleuthero, formerly known as Siberian ginseng, is a thorny shrub native to northeastern Asia. It was extensively studied in Russia as an adaptogen for enhancing performance under stress. Though not a true ginseng (Panax), it shares adaptogenic properties and was used by Russian astronauts and athletes. Key active compounds include Eleutherosides, Syringin, Isofraxidin.
Eleutherosides, along with Syringin and Isofraxidin, are the primary bioactive compounds in Eleuthero. These compounds modulates immune cell activity and cytokine production, regulates the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis.
Physical and mental fatigue
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Stress management
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Athletic performance
Immune support
Chronic fatigue syndrome
Stamina enhancer
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Stress resistance
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Immune booster
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
| Drug | Severity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Digoxin | Moderate | Eleuthero may interfere with digoxin level monitoring, causing falsely elevated readings on some assays. |
| Warfarin (Coumadin) | Mild | Eleuthero may have mild effects on platelet function that warrant monitoring with warfarin. |
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