Eleuthero

Herb

Eleutherococcus senticosus root, also marketed as Siberian ginseng, is a traditional adaptogenic herb. A recent comprehensive review found that clinical studies remain heterogeneous, poorly standardized, and insufficient to establish robust effectiveness.

Pharmacokinetic model

A route-level PK model for eleuthero is being prepared from published data. Dosing references, studies, and documented interactions are below; the app catalog is updated as models are validated.

Key facts

Category
Herb
Suggested cadence
once daily

Research behind this entry

  1. Eleutherococcus root: a comprehensive review of its phytochemistry and pharmacological potential in the context of its adaptogenic effect Patyra A, Kołtun-Jasion M, Kupniewska K, Parzonko A, Kiss AK · Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2025 DOI

    Comprehensive review found substantial phytochemical diversity but no robust clinical evidence for claimed adaptogenic effects. Heterogeneous, low-quality studies and poor preparation standardization prevent a reliable…

  2. Effects of Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus maxim.) on elderly quality of life: a randomized clinical trial. Cicero AF, Derosa G, Brillante R, Bernardi R, Nascetti S, Gaddi A · Archives of gerontology and geriatrics. Supplement, 2004 DOI

    This citation reports a human clinical study involving Eleuthero. It does not by itself establish a qualified dose, safety profile, efficacy claim, or pharmacokinetic route for this record.

2 published studies referenced in the app, each with a plain-language summary.