About vitamin a + ginseng
Vitamin and herbal supplement
Used for
- Supplements vitamin A when dietary intake is inadequate
- Ginseng is used for fatigue; evidence of benefit is limited
Usual adult dose
No standard combination dose; dosing depends on vitamin A content and the type of ginseng extract.
Common side effects
- Nausea or stomach upset
- Headache
- Difficulty sleeping
- Excess vitamin A can cause liver damage
Important warnings
- Excess preformed vitamin A can be toxic
- Other vitamin A supplements can increase toxicity risk
- Ginseng may lower blood sugar
- Safety depends on the ginseng species and preparation
Pregnancy
Excess preformed vitamin A can cause birth defects. Ginseng safety is uncertain; this combination is generally avoided during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Vitamin A is needed during breastfeeding, but excessive intake is harmful. Ginseng safety is insufficiently studied.
Interactions
- Retinoid medicines increase vitamin A toxicity risk
- Ginseng may alter warfarin's effect
- Ginseng may increase glucose-lowering effects of diabetes medicines
- Caffeine may worsen ginseng-related insomnia
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.