Can Ginseng Cause Mania

Conclusion: Ginseng may produce manic symptoms. A special risk situation seems to be affective patients under antidepressant medication

What supplements can cause mania?

Other supplements that can potentially cause mania include DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone), SAMe (s-adenosylmethionine), St. John’s Wort, and rhodiola rosea. Herbs and natural dietary supplements have not been tested or regulated by the FDA.

What herbs can cause mania?

  • St. John’s wort — may also cause phytotoxicity or serotonin syndrome, especially in people using antidepressants.
  • ginseng (Panax ginseng)
  • brindleberry (Garcinia cambogia)
  • ma huang (Ephedra sinica)
Sophia Al-Mansoor

Sophia Al-Mansoor

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