Adaptogen
Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng)
Also known as: Siberian ginseng, Eleutherococcus senticosus, Ci wu jia, Eleuthero root
Classic adaptogen for physical and mental stress, supporting adrenal resilience.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Every Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng) product we have scored
| # | Product | Score | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nutricost Siberian Eleuthero Capsules | 88 A | $0.08 |
| 2 | Thorne Emotion Balance Support | 87 A | $1.05 |
| 3 | NOW Foods Double Strength Ginkgo Biloba | 87 A | $0.15 |
| 4 | Pure Encapsulations Phyto-ADR | 86 A- | $0.53 |
| 5 | Pure Encapsulations Daily Stress Formula | 86 A- | $1.38 |
| 6 | Thorne Stress Balance | 85 A- | $0.77 |
| 7 | Pure Encapsulations Energy Xtra | 84 A- | $0.51 |
| 8 | Pure Encapsulations ADR Formula | 82 A- | $0.77 |
| 9 | Natural Factors AdrenaSense | 82 A- | $0.70 |
| 10 | Pure Encapsulations Glucose Support Formula | 81 A- | $0.82 |
| 11 | Gaia Herbs Eleuthero Root | 81 A- | $0.51 |
| 12 | Bluebonnet Nutrition SIBERIAN ELEUTHERO ROOT EXTRACT | 81 A- | $0.35 |
Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing. Per-serving cost is list price divided by servings per container. No brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Common questions
How much Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng) should I take?
The typical range is 300-1200mg extract. Cycle 6-8 weeks on/off
When should I take Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng)?
Morning, before exercise. Either.
Which form of Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng) is best?
Capsule — Extract. Other forms in the catalog: Tincture, Root extract, Capsules.
Is Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng) safe?
Commonly reported: Insomnia if taken late, Irritability high doses. Serious warnings: May enhance hypoglycemia with diabetes drugs, Avoid with MAOIs, Stimulant effects - may affect sleep and anxiety, Stop before surgery. No concerns
Which Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng) supplement scores highest?
Nutricost Siberian Eleuthero Capsules, at 88/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Primary uses
- Physical endurance
- Stress adaptation
- Immune support
- Fatigue
- Adrenal resilience
How it works
- Contains eleutherosides
- HPA axis modulation
- Immune-enhancing
Dosage
- Typical range
- 300-1200mg extract
- Timing
- Morning, before exercise
- With food
- Either
- Duration
- Cycle 6-8 weeks on/off
- Special populations
- Athletes, high stress
Forms
- Capsule
- Tincture
- Root extract
- Capsules
Safety
Common side effects
- Insomnia if taken late
- Irritability high doses
Contraindications
- MAOIs or within 14 days of stopping
- Hormone-sensitive cancers (theoretical)
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Children under 12
Products containing Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng)
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng) on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Evidence notes
Good evidence for endurance
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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