Observed herb/drug interactions associated with ren shen Ginseng. [Source]
| Patient Abstract | Herb and Use | Drug Believed to Interact | Other Drugs Being Taken | Medical Observation | Mechanism | Legitimacy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47 year old man with history of heart valve replacement | Ginseng Panax species (Fatigue) | Warfarin | Diltiazem nitroglycerin, salsalate | INR decreased to 1.5 (previously stable 2–3) | Herb has antiplatelet activity | Likely |
| 42 year old woman with chronic depression | Ginseng Panax species (Fatigue) | Phenelzine | Lorazepam triazolam, bee pollen | Manic symptoms | Not known | Possible |
| 64 year old woman | Ginseng Panax species (Fatigue) | Phenelzine | None | Insomnia, headache, tremor | Not known | Unevaluable |