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Ginseng, royal jelly

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Last reviewed: 03.07.2025

Ginseng, royal jelly is perhaps the most common tonic, immunomodulatory and body-strengthening drug developed by Chinese specialists. This drug is usually used for prevention, but its medicinal properties are also significant - this is explained by a unique set of vitamins, proteins, carbohydrates, microelements and other useful substances.

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ATC classification

A13A Общетонизирующие препараты

Active ingredients

Женьшень
Лимонника китайского плоды
Маточное молочко

Pharmacological group

Общетонизирующие средства и адаптогены

Pharmachologic effect

Тонизирующие препараты
Стимулирующие метаболизм в ЦНС препараты
Повышающие аппетит препараты
Адаптогенные препараты

Indications ginseng, royal jelly

When should the drug be used?

  • For increased fatigue syndrome, chronic overwork.
  • In case of decreased sexual function.
  • To improve mental activity and memory.
  • To strengthen the immune system and combat stress.
  • To improve metabolic processes.
  • With increased exposure to radiation.
  • For cardiac pathologies.
  • As a preventative measure against cancer, as a tonic during chemotherapy.
  • For a quicker recovery after protracted illnesses or surgeries.
  • In case of anemia, sleep and wakefulness disorders, general irritability.
  • For inflammatory processes of the stomach, for atherosclerosis of the coronary vessels.
  • For diabetes.
  • For the prevention of vitamin deficiency and hypomineralization.

Release form

The drug is a brown opaque liquid with a distinctive aroma and sweetish taste. The liquid is sold in hermetically sealed 10 ml bottles, one package contains 10 identical bottles.

Ginseng, royal jelly consists of 1.8% extract from ginseng rhizomes, 0.09% extract from lemongrass, 2.7% royal jelly.

Pharmacodynamics

The drug has a natural composition, which functions as an excellent biological stimulant, activates immune defense, improves appetite and metabolic processes.

The pharmacological action of the drug is due to the content of:

  • triterpene glycosides (AG);
  • saponins-ginsenoids;
  • various essential oils, sterols, peptides;
  • vitamin complex (ascorbic, pantothenic, folic acids, biotin, inositol, thiamine, riboflavin, pyridoxine, cyanocobalamin);
  • mineral components (potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus);
  • microelements (zinc, manganese, copper, cobalt, sulfur, selenium, nickel, chromium, etc.);
  • amino acids (histidine, tryptophan, valine, methionine);
  • other biologically active substances (cholinesterase, acetylcholine).

Ginseng, royal jelly stimulates processes in the central nervous system, activates reflexes, enhances metabolic processes, regulates the endocrine system, stabilizes blood pressure, as well as cholesterol and sugar levels in the bloodstream.

The drug increases protein production, tones the body, suppresses inflammatory processes, dilates blood vessels, destroys bacteria and viruses, which can allow it to be taken for various pathologies.

Pharmacokinetics

When taken orally, the drug is perfectly absorbed in the digestive system. It does not pass through the blood-brain barrier.

The highest serum concentration is detected after 1.5 hours. Metabolism occurs in the liver and is excreted mainly through the urinary system.

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Dosing and administration

The dosage and duration of treatment or prophylactic course should be determined by the doctor on an individual basis.

Usually adults and children over 12 years old take (swallow) 5-10 ml of the drug in the morning, on an empty stomach, 15-20 minutes before the first meal. Shake the bottle well immediately before use. The duration of treatment can last up to 1 month. If necessary, the course can be repeated 14 days after the end of the previous course.

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Use ginseng, royal jelly during pregnancy

The use of Ginseng, Royal Jelly during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not recommended, as practical studies in this area have not yet been conducted. The decision to use the drug during these periods should be made by a doctor.

Contraindications

Contraindications to the use of the drug:

  • allergic reactions to ginseng, lemongrass and various bee products;
  • persistent hypertension;
  • acute period of infectious pathologies;
  • chronic liver disease;
  • pregnancy and breastfeeding period;
  • children under 12 years of age.

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Side effects ginseng, royal jelly

Side effects when taking Ginseng, royal jelly are relatively rare and are most often associated with an allergic response of the body to any component of the drug.

Less common side effects include:

  • digestive disorders;
  • increased heart rate;
  • headaches;
  • irritability and hypertension.

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Overdose

If large doses of Ginseng, Royal Jelly are accidentally swallowed, the following symptoms may occur:

  • increased blood pressure, migraine-like pain, tachycardia, chest pain, depressive states, decreased libido;
  • signs of intoxication, dyspeptic symptoms.

Treatment of overdose is symptomatic; in severe cases, gastric lavage and intestinal cleansing can be used.

Interactions with other drugs

The drug may enhance the effects of psychotropic substances, analeptics, psychostimulants, antidepressants (bemegride, camphor, phenamine, imizin, caffeine).

It is an antagonist of hypnotics, sedatives and anticonvulsants.

May enhance the effects of warfarin, increasing the risk of developing resistance to loop diuretics.

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Storage conditions

The medicinal product Ginseng, royal jelly is stored in a place inaccessible to children, with a temperature regime from 15 to 24 ° C. It is necessary to protect the drug from exposure to ultraviolet rays.

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Shelf life

Shelf life is up to 2 years, if the bottle cap is intact.

Manufacturer

ДОН ФОН Лтд, Пекинская комп. по выпуску спец. медиц. продуктов и витаминов, Китай


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Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.

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