Reishi Mushroom Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Reishi Mushroom Extract 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
Reishi Mushroom Extract is a dietary supplement by Double Wood Supplements with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for immune support, fatigue and general well-being, stress and sleep.Based on those ingredients, 375 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Reishi Mushroom Extract by Double Wood Supplements
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract. The supplement also includes two inactive ingredients—hypromellose (a capsule binder) and rice flour—to deliver the extract in capsule form.
Does it work?
Not established
The data we hold shows reishi mushroom is possibly ineffective for lowering cholesterol (hyperlipidemia). For altitude sickness, Alzheimer disease, and athletic performance, there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it works or not.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Reishi mushroom is generally well tolerated in the short term, though long-term safety hasn't been thoroughly studied. The most common side effects are dizziness, dry mouth, itching, nausea, rash, and stomach upset.
Some people report sore throat, runny nose, or (rarely) insomnia and headache. Respiratory allergy to reishi spores is possible for sensitive individuals.
Not enough safety data exists for pregnancy or breastfeeding—the safety data advises against use in both situations. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether reishi is appropriate for you if you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this if you take antihypertensive drugs (blood pressure medications), anticoagulants or antiplatelet agents (blood thinners), or antidiabetes drugs (diabetes medications). All three categories carry Moderate interaction risk.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Reishi mushroom extract may interest you if you're exploring natural options for general wellness, but it's not established as effective for the conditions listed. The key caution: if you take blood pressure meds, blood thinners, or diabetes drugs, you'll need to clear this with your doctor or pharmacist first because the interactions are real.
Pregnant or breastfeeding? Skip it until you've talked it over.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 25, 2021.
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
General information
Key facts about Reishi Mushroom Extract, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Double Wood Supplements |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 859793007648 |
| Net contents | 300 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 25, 2021 |
| DSLD ID | 241940 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Reishi Mushroom Extract by Double Wood Supplements, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract | 1000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Rice Flour
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Formula
Reishi Mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) is a mushroom which grows in various humid environments throughout Asia and has long been a staple in traditional Asian medicinal practices. Its primary benefit is to support immune system health by promoting the activity of white blood cells. It may also support fatigue tolerance, cardiovascular health, and is a potent antioxidant.
Reishi Mushroom Extract 1000 mg per serving
Powerful antioxidant
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 2 capsules per day on an empty stomach. Do not exceed 4 capsules in one day.
Storage
Storage: Store in a cool, dark place. Do not freeze or expose to moisture or heat above room temperature.
Formulation
Supports immune system health Promotes fatigue tolerance
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Precautions
Warning: Consult your physician before use.
Do not use Reishi Mushroom Extract if you are pregnant, nursing, or are under 18 years of age.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor immediately if any adverse reactions occur.
Do not use Reishi Mushroom Extract and operate heavy machinery until you know how it affects you.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not exceed 4 capsules per day.
Do not use Reishi Mushroom Extract if you are pregnant, nursing, or are under 18 years of age.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Reishi Mushroom Extract by Double Wood Supplements label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Reishi Mushroom Extract by Double Wood Supplements
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container150 Amounts shown are per serving.
Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract
Interacts with375 drugs
Reishi is a traditional Asian mushroom widely used to support the immune system and overall wellness. Human evidence for most of its claimed benefits...
Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose, Rice Flour. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Reishi Mushroom Extract by Double Wood Supplements Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Reishi Mushroom Extract by Double Wood Supplements interacts with blood pressure medications, blood thinners, and diabetes drugs—all at Moderate severity.
The main concern is blood pressure: reishi can lower blood pressure on its own, so combining it with antihypertensive drugs might push your pressure too low.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Blood thinners (anticoagulants) and antiplatelet drugs are a consideration too. At lower doses (1.5 grams daily), reishi doesn't seem to affect clotting, but higher doses (3 grams or more) may increase bleeding risk when combined with these medications.
Diabetes drugs also warrant caution—while animal research suggests reishi lowers blood sugar, human studies in type 2 diabetes are mixed, and adding reishi to your diabetes medication could theoretically compound the effect.
Altogether, these interactions span 375 individual medications. If you take any medication for blood pressure, clotting, or blood sugar control, run your exact prescriptions through the interaction checker on this page before starting reishi.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Reishi Mushroom Extract interact with 375 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Reishi Mushroom Extract interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract
AbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, high doses of reishi mushroom might increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, high doses of reishi mushroom might increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, reishi mushroom might have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of reishi mushroom with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, high doses of reishi mushroom might increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, high doses of reishi mushroom might increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, high doses of reishi mushroom might increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, high doses of reishi mushroom might increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetazolamideAk-Zol, Diamox
How Acetazolamide interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of reishi mushroom with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Acetazolamide interactionAcetohexamideDymelor
How Acetohexamide interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, reishi mushroom might have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Acetohexamide interactionAcetylsalicylic AcidEntrophen
How Acetylsalicylic Acid interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, high doses of reishi mushroom might increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionAlbiglutideTanzeum
How Albiglutide interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, reishi mushroom might have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Albiglutide interactionAliskirenTekturna
How Aliskiren interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of reishi mushroom with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Aliskiren interactionAlogliptinNesina
How Alogliptin interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, reishi mushroom might have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Alogliptin interactionAlogliptin, MetforminKazano
How Alogliptin, Metformin interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, reishi mushroom might have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Alogliptin, Metformin interactionAlogliptin, PioglitazoneOseni
How Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, reishi mushroom might have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interactionAlteplase, TpaActilyse, Activase
How Alteplase, Tpa interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, high doses of reishi mushroom might increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Alteplase, Tpa interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, high doses of reishi mushroom might increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, high doses of reishi mushroom might increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAmbrisentanLetairis, Volibris
How Ambrisentan interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of reishi mushroom with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Ambrisentan interactionAmilorideAmilamont, Midamor
How Amiloride interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of reishi mushroom with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Amiloride interactionAmiloride, HydrochlorothiazideAmil-Co, Amilzide, Moduret 25, Moduretic
How Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of reishi mushroom with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionAmlodipineNorliqva
How Amlodipine interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of reishi mushroom with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Amlodipine interactionAmlodipine BenzoateKaterzia
How Amlodipine Benzoate interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of reishi mushroom with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Amlodipine Benzoate interactionAmlodipine BesilateIstin
How Amlodipine Besilate interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of reishi mushroom with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Amlodipine Besilate interactionAmlodipine BesylateNorvasc
How Amlodipine Besylate interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of reishi mushroom with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Amlodipine Besylate interactionAmlodipine Besylate, BenazeprilLotrel
How Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of reishi mushroom with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interactionAmlodipine, CelecoxibConsensi
How Amlodipine, Celecoxib interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of reishi mushroom with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Amlodipine, Celecoxib interactionAmmonium ChlorideAmmonium Chloride
How Ammonium Chloride interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of reishi mushroom with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Ammonium Chloride interactionAnacaulase-bcdbNexoBrid
How Anacaulase-bcdb interacts with Reishi Mushroom Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Reishi Mushroom Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, high doses of reishi mushroom might increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Reishi Mushroom Extract with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Reishi Mushroom Fruit Extract
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, high doses of reishi mushroom might increase the risk of bleeding.
A dose of 1.5 grams daily of reishi mushroom does not seem to decrease platelet aggregation, but a higher dose of 3 grams daily does.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, reishi mushroom might have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal research suggests that reishi mushroom decreases blood sugar. However, in patients with type 2 diabetes, taking reishi mushroom does not reduce fasting glucose levels, and its effects on glycated hemoglobin are inconsistent.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, concurrent use of reishi mushroom with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Reishi mushroom has shown hypotensive activity in animal research. Clinical evidence suggests that reishi mushroom reduces blood pressure in some, but not all, patients with hypertension.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Reishi Mushroom Extract, from the product label.
Double Wood Supplements
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- Double Wood LLC
- Street Address
- 3510 Scotts Ln Ste 219
- City
- Philadelphia
- State
- PA
- ZipCode
- 19129-1573
- Web Address
- www.doublewoodsupplements.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Reishi Mushroom Extract’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Reishi Mushroom Extract'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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The 17 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.
Reishi Mushroom 17 references
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- Singh AB, Gupta SK, Pereira BM, Prakash D. Sensitization to Ganoderma lucidum in patients with respiratory allergy in India. Clin Exp Allergy 1995;25:440-7.
- Lee SY, Rhee HM. Cardiovascular effects of mycelium extract of Ganoderma lucidum: inhibition of sympathetic outflow as a mechanism of its hypotensive action. Chem Pharm Bull (Tokyo) 1990;38:1359-64. PubMed
- Kwok Y, Ng KFJ, Li, CCF, et al. A prospective, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of the platelet and global hemostatic effects of Ganoderma lucidum (Ling-Zhi) in healthy volunteers. Anesth Analg 2005;101:423-6. PubMed
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