![Using American Ginseng: Health Tip Using American Ginseng: Health Tip](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwXWJmGwppkzQa1oAU3WThD_jQF6Bx4sDcSp3rQ8OogTBhBd3HUPMcmBsECOskFg0HnT-7v0wB2o6N_Pw9_lpGDajib7aUh6V2JlxWQv9xvL7rr5QFTyyL0emhDRVkl1zaqobRriDoJJg9/s1600/american-gingseng.jpg)
American ginseng has different medicinal effects from the Siberian and Asian varieties.
Here's what MedlinePlus says about American ginseng:
- Side effects may include diarrhea, itching, insomnia, headache, and nervousness.
- Never take ginseng if taking warfarin (Coumadin).
- Use caution if taking ginseng with MAOIs, antidiabetes drugs or immunosuppressants.
- Do not take ginseng if you are pregnant.
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