[A comparative analysis of inner wrapping and package inserts for medicines containing Panax ginseng C. A. Meyer].
The information provided on package inserts and inner wrapping of eight products containing Panax ginseng from different manufacturers was compared internally and checked against data from the scientific literature. The inserts included extensive text, containing abundant information on indications for use, but no scientific evidence in humans. All the inserts lacked information on potential adverse effects and drug interaction. There was no standardization as to dose regimens, particularly in relation to the dried extract and ginsenoside concentration. The eight inserts thus showed no concern over standardization, indication for usage, or possible side effects and drug interactions.
Auricchio
Mariangela Tirico
MT
Serviço de Medicamentos, Instituto Adolfo Lutz, São Paulo, Brasil.
Batistic-Longatto
Mônica Arcon
MA
Nicoletti
Maria Aparecida
MA
D004348:Drug Labeling / Q000592:standards*; D004349:Drug Packaging / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D005894:Panax