Ginseng (Panax ginseng C.A. Mey)

The article discusses the composition, pharmacological properties and indications for use of ginseng-based drugs. The pharmacological properties of ginseng root primarily are related to triterpene saponosides - panaxozides A, B, C, D, E, and F. The leaves of ginseng, as well as the root, contain triterpene glycosides - ginsenozides and flavonoids. The presence of a number of contraindications for ginseng and possible drug interactions are emphasized

ginseng, triterpene saponosides, panaxozides, ginsenozides