People consume ginseng in a variety of forms to ease menopause symptoms, stimulate the immune system, improve mental capacity, and heal a number of health conditions. The herb itself is known to have quite a displeasing taste, so alternative forms have become very popular. Ginseng can not only be used as a powder, tea, and liquid extract, but also can be taken in solid form as a capsule or tablet. Though the terms capsule, tablet, and pill are used interchangeably, they each have their own special characteristics.
What Is a Tablet?
A tablet is a solid dosage form containing a medicinal substance - in this case, dried ginseng root - with or without a soluble diluent. Tablets can come in a variety of shapes and sizes, including rounded, hexagonal, and oblong shapes, all of which can be convex, flat-faced, beveled, and edged. All of these traits allow a brand to make their tablet stand out, but a common trend in tablets is that they are flat.
Where to Buy Ginseng Tablets
Ginseng tablets are easy to buy, as they can be found in some specialized health food stores, some retail stores, and online. However, the properties and dosage of ginseng tablets vary depending on the brand. Some tablets have a higher percentage of ginsenosides, which are believed to be responsible for ginseng's medicinal value. The difference in the composition of the tablets also means a difference in price. There are many brands that offers ginseng tablets at prices that goes from USD 40 to USD 10, depending on the amount of gingenosides contained per serving.
Benefits of Ginseng Tablets
Ginseng tablets are a very easy, controlled way to absorb the benefits of this herb. A proper ginseng dosage can relieve stress, boost energy, and improve memory. Ginseng tablets can help with certain medical conditions, such as high blood pressure, menopause symptoms, and diabetes.
Additionally, the fixed dosage of ginseng tablets can help preventing ginseng abuse syndrome, which can cause a number of adverse effects, including blood pressure fluctuations, nervousness, sleeplessness, skin rash, diarrhea, confusion, and depression.
Ginseng tablets are easy to find and consume and provide all of the curative benefits of the ginseng herb.
Sources
- American Family Physician, Panax ginseng, 2003.
- Pharmacopeial Forum, Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms, 2009.
