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KRG (Korea Red ginseng)
Korean red ginseng contains ginsenosides and other bioactive compounds that enhance immune function, improve circulation, and reduce inflammation.
Korean red ginseng contains ginsenosides and other bioactive compounds that enhance immune function, improve circulation, and reduce inflammation. Used for General immune support and vitality, Fatigue and stress-related conditions, Cardiovascular health support.
At a glance
| Generic name | KRG (Korea Red ginseng) |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Korea Red ginseng capsule (3,000 mg/day) |
| Sponsor | Chuncheon Sacred Heart Hospital |
| Drug class | Herbal supplement / adaptogen |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | General wellness / Traditional medicine |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
Korean red ginseng (Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer, red variety) is a traditional herbal adaptogen whose active constituents—primarily ginsenosides—modulate immune cell activity, improve blood flow, and exert antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. These mechanisms are thought to support overall vitality, stress resilience, and various physiological functions, though the precise molecular targets remain incompletely characterized.
Approved indications
- General immune support and vitality
- Fatigue and stress-related conditions
- Cardiovascular health support
Common side effects
- Insomnia or sleep disturbance
- Headache
- Gastrointestinal upset
- Nervousness or anxiety
Key clinical trials
- Effects of Korean Red Ginseng on Semen Parameters in Male Infertility Patients: a Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Double-blind Clinical Study (PHASE4)
- Evaluation and Standardization of Ginseng and it's Components for Blood Pressure Regulation (PHASE2)
- Anti-fatigue Effect of Korean Red Ginseng in Patients With Non-alcoholic Hepatitis (PHASE4)
- Blood Pressure Lowering Effect of Supplementation With Korea Red Ginseng Associated With Reductions in Circulating Lp-PLA2 Activity and Lysophospatidylcholines and an Increase in Dihydrobiopterin in Prehypertensive Subjects (PHASE3)
- Effects of Korean Red Ginseng on Male Infertility (PHASE4)
- The Effect of Korean Red Ginseng Supplementation on Glucose Control (PHASE4)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
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| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
Competitive intelligence
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