Eleutherococcus senticosus
An adaptogenic root used in Traditional Chinese and Russian folk medicine to support stress resilience and stamina.
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May interact with blood thinners, diabetes medications, sedatives, and digoxin.
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Discontinue 2 weeks before surgery.
Generally well tolerated. Insomnia if taken late in day, headache, drowsiness, anxiety at high doses.
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