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Athlex Ginseng Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Tonic Tinctures

Athlex Ginseng label
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Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 9, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Athlex Ginseng against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.

Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Athlex Ginseng is a dietary supplement by Tonic Tinctures with 10 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for low libido or sexual performance, erectile difficulties, general energy and fatigue.Based on those ingredients, 1,240 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Eleuthero, Cinnamon, Tienchi Notoginseng. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Athlex Ginseng by Tonic Tinctures

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 10 active ingredients.

Athlex Ginseng contains 10 active ingredients. The main ones are Panax red Ginseng and Korean Red Ginseng, both traditional energy and vitality tonics; Eleuthero (Siberian ginseng), used as an adaptogen; Tienchi Notoginseng, traditionally taken for circulation and blood flow; Cassia cinnamon, a warming spice; Muira Puama; Catuaba; Eucommia; Pine Pollen; and Curculigo.

The liquid is made with water and alcohol as inactive ingredients.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded its ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports its ingredients for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Angina — rated "Possibly Effective" (Panax Notoginseng) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Intracranial hemorrhage — rated "Possibly Effective" (Panax Notoginseng) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Stroke — rated "Possibly Effective" (Panax Notoginseng) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Genital herpes — rated "Possibly Effective" (Eleuthero) (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for most ingredients in this blend is limited or not yet established in our data. Eleuthero is possibly effective for genital herpes, but insufficient evidence exists for chronic fatigue, osteoporosis, bipolar disorder, or familial Mediterranean fever.

Tienchi Notoginseng is possibly effective for angina, stroke, and intracranial hemorrhage, but possibly ineffective for heart attack. For sexual dysfunction and erectile dysfunction (Muira Puama), diabetes (cinnamon and eleuthero), and other conditions listed, the evidence is too sparse to rate.

This is a traditional tonic blend rather than one backed by strong clinical proof for any single condition.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Catuaba Eleuthero Muira Puama Panax Notoginseng Cassia Cinnamon

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 3 of the 5 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 5 of 5.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 5 of 5.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Eleuthero is generally well tolerated short-term but long-term safety isn't well established. Adverse effects in trials include diarrhea, nausea, headache, and nervousness — the last one occurred in about 7 in 100 people taking it, and higher doses may increase anxiety or irritability.

Some people reported elevated blood pressure. Tienchi Notoginseng appears generally well tolerated but safety data are limited; common effects are dry mouth, nausea, insomnia, and nervousness.

Cassia cinnamon in food amounts is likely fine, but supplement doses high in coumarin — a compound in cinnamon — may harm the liver over time. A rash has been reported rarely.

Catuaba and Muira Puama have very limited human safety data. None of these ingredients should be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding based on the available safety information.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Catuaba Eleuthero Muira Puama Panax Notoginseng Cassia Cinnamon

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 3 of the 5 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Panax Notoginseng, Eleuthero, Cassia Cinnamon.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; immunosuppressants / transplant drugs; diabetes medications; heart-rhythm medications.
  • For scale: 1,241 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Check before starting if you take warfarin or other blood thinners (Moderate risk of increased bleeding from Tienchi Notoginseng and eleuthero); diabetes medications (Moderate additive blood-sugar-lowering effect from eleuthero and cinnamon); digoxin or other heart drugs (Moderate risk of increased digoxin levels); immunosuppressants; medications metabolized by liver enzymes (CYP1A2, CYP2C9, CYP2D6); aspirin; or drugs that could be harmed by liver damage. No interactions are documented for Panax red Ginseng, Eucommia, Pine Pollen, Curculigo, or Korean Red Ginseng in our data.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This is a traditional herbal blend with multiple ingredients that interact with common medications — especially blood thinners, diabetes drugs, heart medications, and drugs your liver metabolizes. If you take any prescription medication, check it against the tool below before starting.

Talk to your pharmacist before using this product, particularly if you're on warfarin, aspirin, digoxin, diabetes medication, or immunosuppressants.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 5 of 10 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 23, 2022.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Athlex Ginseng, straight from the product label.

Brand Tonic Tinctures
Net contents 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 23, 2022
DSLD ID 259504
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Athlex Ginseng by Tonic Tinctures, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Dropper(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 Dropper(s)
Servings per container
60
IngredientAmount% DV
Catauba0 NP--
Panax red Ginseng0 NP--
Eleuthero0 NP--
Eucommia0 NP--
Pine Pollen0 NP--
Curculigo0 NP--
Muria Puama0 NP--
Korean Red Ginseng0 NP--
Tienchi Notoginseng0 NP--
Cinnamon0 NP--

Other ingredients: Water, Distilled, Alcohol

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Label statements
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Formulation

Artisan liquid extract 1 dropper is approximately equal to 1000 mgs

Gluten free, no hidden additives

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Shake gently before use

Directions: Use as directed, 1-3 droppers 1-3 times a day. Use within 45 days of opening.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Discontinue use if unusual symptoms occur.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Caution: These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Athlex Ginseng by Tonic Tinctures label

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Athlex Ginseng label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Athlex Ginseng by Tonic Tinctures

These are the 10 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Dropper(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Catauba

No known
interactions
0 NP per serving

Catuaba is a Brazilian herbal bark long used as a traditional aphrodisiac and energy tonic, but there is very little reliable human research to show i...

Catauba monograph & interactions

Panax red Ginseng

0 NP per serving

Eleuthero

Interacts with
1,140 drugs
0 NP per serving

Eleuthero is an herb traditionally used as an 'adaptogen' to fight fatigue, boost energy, and help the body handle stress. The scientific evidence beh...

Eleuthero monograph & interactions

Eucommia

0 NP per serving

Pine Pollen

0 NP per serving

Curculigo

0 NP per serving

Muria Puama

No known
interactions
0 NP per serving

Muira puama is a Brazilian plant traditionally used as an aphrodisiac and general tonic, often nicknamed 'potency wood.' Human research is very limite...

Muria Puama monograph & interactions

Korean Red Ginseng

0 NP per serving

Tienchi Notoginseng

Interacts with
207 drugs
0 NP per serving

Panax notoginseng (sanqi or tienchi ginseng) is a traditional Chinese herb most often used to help with bleeding, bruising, and circulation. Human evi...

Tienchi Notoginseng monograph & interactions

Cinnamon

Interacts with
442 drugs
0 NP per serving

Cassia cinnamon is the common, inexpensive cinnamon used in cooking, and it is also taken as a supplement, most often for blood sugar support. The evi...

Cinnamon monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Water, Distilled, Alcohol. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Athlex Ginseng by Tonic Tinctures Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Eleuthero 1,140
Cinnamon 442
Tienchi Notoginseng 207

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Athlex Ginseng interact with 1,240 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

3 of the 10 ingredients in Athlex Ginseng interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Eleuthero Cinnamon Tienchi Notoginseng

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Athlex Ginseng with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Eleuthero10 drug types · 1,140 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, eleuthero may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro and animal research shows that a constituent of eleuthero, dihydroxybenzoic acid, appears to inhibit platelet aggregation. Concomitant use with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bleeding. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, eleuthero might have additive effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal research suggests that certain constituents of eleuthero have hypoglycemic activity in both healthy and diabetic animals. A small study in adults with type 2 diabetes also shows that taking eleuthero for 3 months can lower blood glucose levels. However, one very small study in healthy individuals shows that taking powdered eleuthero 3 grams, 40 minutes prior to a 75-gram oral glucose tolerance test, significantly increases postprandial blood glucose levels when compared with placebo. These contradictory findings might be due to patient-specific variability and variability in active ingredient ratios.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Theoretically, eleuthero might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
In vitro and animal research suggest that standardized extracts of eleuthero inhibit CYP1A2. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates

Theoretically, eleuthero might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.
In vitro and animal research suggest that standardized extracts of eleuthero might inhibit CYP2C9. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Digoxin (Lanoxin)

Eleuthero might increase serum digoxin levels and increase the risk of side effects.
In one case report, a 74-year-old male who was stabilized on digoxin presented with an elevated serum digoxin level after starting an eleuthero supplement, without symptoms of toxicity. After stopping the supplement, serum digoxin levels returned to normal. It is not clear whether this was due to a pharmacokinetic interaction or to interference with the digoxin assay. Although the product was found to be free of digoxin and digitoxin, it was not tested for other contaminants.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
Immunosuppressants

Theoretically, eleuthero might interfere with immunosuppressive drugs because of its immunostimulant activity.
Animal and in vitro research shows that eleuthero extracts have immunomodulatory effects, including increasing cellular and humoral activity.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
P-Glycoprotein Substrates

Theoretically, eleuthero might increase levels of P-glycoprotein substrates.
In vitro research suggests that eleuthero can inhibit the multi-drug transporter protein, P-glycoprotein. However, it is too soon to tell if this is clinically important. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates

Theoretically, eleuthero might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
In vitro and animal research suggest that standardized extracts of eleuthero might inhibit CYP2D6. However, research in healthy human volunteers has found that taking eleuthero 485 mg twice daily for 14 days does not inhibit CYP2D6 drug metabolism.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, eleuthero might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
In vitro and animal research suggest that standardized extracts of eleuthero might inhibit CYP3A4. However, research in healthy human volunteers has found that taking eleuthero 485 mg twice daily for 14 days does not inhibit CYP3A4 drug metabolism.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
Organic Anion-Transporting Polypeptide Substrates (Oatp)

Theoretically, eleuthero might decrease levels of drugs metabolized by OATP.
In vitro research suggests that eleuthero inhibits OATP2B1, which might reduce the bioavailability of oral drugs that are substrates of OATP2B1. Due to the weak inhibitory effect identified in this study, this interaction is not likely to be clinically significant.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Eleuthero full monograph & interactions

Cinnamon2 drug types · 442 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, cassia cinnamon may have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs.
Cassia cinnamon may lower blood glucose levels, and have additive effects in patients treated with antidiabetic agents. Dose adjustments to diabetes medications might be necessary.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Hepatotoxic Drugs

Theoretically, large doses of cassia cinnamon might cause additive effects when used with hepatotoxic drugs.
There is some concern that ingesting large amounts of cassia cinnamon for an extended duration might cause hepatotoxicity in some people. Cassia cinnamon contains coumarin, which can cause hepatotoxicity in animal models. In humans, very high doses of coumarin from 50-7000 mg/day can result in hepatotoxicity that resolves when coumarin use is discontinued. Lower amounts might also cause liver problems in sensitive people, such as those with liver disease or those taking potentially hepatotoxic agents.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cinnamon full monograph & interactions

Tienchi Notoginseng4 drug types · 207 drugs

Aspirin

Theoretically, taking Panax notoginseng concomitantly with aspirin may increase the risk of adverse effects from both products.
Animal research shows that taking Panax notoginseng extract with aspirin increases blood levels of salicylic acid by approximately 50% and blood levels of Panax notoginseng by 75% to 196%. This effect may be due to increased absorption of both products.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Caffeine

Theoretically, taking Panax notoginseng may decrease the levels and clinical effects of caffeine.
Animal research shows that administering Panax notoginseng intravenously for 7 days before intraperitoneal injection of caffeine can decrease maximal blood levels of caffeine by 37%. This interaction is attributed to the ability of Panax notoginseng to increase the activity of cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) enzymes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Theoretically, taking Panax notoginseng might reduce the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Animal research shows that administering Panax notoginseng intravenously for 7 days before intraperitoneal injection of caffeine can decrease maximal blood levels of caffeine by 37%. This interaction was attributed to the ability of Panax notoginseng to increase the activity of CYP1A2.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Theoretically, taking Panax notoginseng concomitantly with warfarin may increase the risk of bleeding.
Animal research shows that taking Panax notoginseng concomitantly with warfarin increases plasma warfarin levels, prothrombin time, and international normalized ratio when compared with control. In vitro research also suggests that Panax notoginseng may downregulate expression of cytochrome P450 3A4 enzymes, which may affect warfarin metabolism.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Tienchi Notoginseng full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Athlex Ginseng, from the product label.

Tonic Tinctures

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Name
Tonic Apothecary
Web Address
www.tonictinctures.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Athlex Ginseng by Tonic Tinctures: Common Questions

Does Athlex Ginseng by Tonic Tinctures interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Athlex Ginseng has a known interaction with 1,240 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Athlex Ginseng contains 10 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I take this while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No, these ingredients should be avoided during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Catuaba, eleuthero, Tienchi Notoginseng, Muira Puama, and cinnamon all lack enough safety data, and Tienchi Notoginseng is rated likely unsafe in pregnancy. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about what's safe for you during this time.
Does this product have any fillers or other ingredients I should know about?
The active ingredients are the 10 herbs listed. The liquid base contains water and alcohol — that's it for other ingredients.
What are the most common side effects?
From eleuthero and Tienchi Notoginseng, the most common are gastrointestinal upset (diarrhea, nausea), headache, and nervousness. Nervousness occurred in about 7 in 100 people taking eleuthero in one study. A rash from cinnamon has been reported rarely. Higher doses of eleuthero may increase anxiety or irritability.
Is this safe to take long-term?
Long-term safety is not well established for most of these ingredients. Eleuthero is generally well tolerated short-term, but evidence on long-term use is limited. Cinnamon in high doses over extended time raises concern about liver damage due to its coumarin content. If you're considering long-term use, talk to your pharmacist first.
What is this supposed to help with?
This is a traditional herbal blend marketed as a ginseng tonic. Eleuthero is used as an adaptogen for energy and stress. Tienchi Notoginseng has evidence for angina and stroke. The other ingredients are traditional tonics with limited modern evidence. It's not a proven treatment for any specific condition.
Can I take this with my blood pressure medication?
Eleuthero has been reported to cause elevated blood pressure in some people, particularly at higher doses. Since this product contains eleuthero, check with your pharmacist before adding it if you're managing blood pressure. Some of the other ingredients may interact with your specific medication too.

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The Full Monographs Behind Athlex Ginseng’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Catuaba

Catuaba is a Brazilian herbal bark long used as a traditional aphrodisiac and energy tonic, but there is very little reliable human research to show it works for any health condition. Qualit...

Read the full Catuaba monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Eleuthero

Interacts with 1,140 drugs

Eleuthero is an herb traditionally used as an 'adaptogen' to fight fatigue, boost energy, and help the body handle stress. The scientific evidence behind these uses is limited and mixed, so...

Read the full Eleuthero monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Muira Puama

Muira puama is a Brazilian plant traditionally used as an aphrodisiac and general tonic, often nicknamed 'potency wood.' Human research is very limited, so its benefits are not well proven,...

Read the full Muira Puama monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Panax Notoginseng

Interacts with 207 drugs

Panax notoginseng (sanqi or tienchi ginseng) is a traditional Chinese herb most often used to help with bleeding, bruising, and circulation. Human evidence for these uses is limited and most...

Read the full Panax Notoginseng monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Cassia Cinnamon

Interacts with 442 drugs

Cassia cinnamon is the common, inexpensive cinnamon used in cooking, and it is also taken as a supplement, most often for blood sugar support. The evidence for its health benefits is mixed a...

Read the full Cassia Cinnamon monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Athlex Ginseng's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 61 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Eleuthero 24 references
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