Evidence supporting the use of: Ginseng
For the health condition: Premature Ejaculation

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Ginseng (especially Panax ginseng) has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in East Asia, for enhancing sexual function and vitality in men, including the treatment of premature ejaculation (PE). Historical texts and folk remedies often attribute aphrodisiac and endurance-enhancing properties to ginseng. Traditional Korean medicine, for example, describes ginseng as a tonic for improving sexual performance and stamina. However, when it comes to modern scientific validation, the evidence is limited and not robust. Some small clinical trials and studies have investigated the efficacy of ginseng or ginsenoside-containing compounds on sexual function, with a few reporting modest improvements in ejaculatory latency and sexual satisfaction. Proposed mechanisms include the enhancement of nitric oxide synthesis, improved blood flow, and potential effects on neurotransmitters related to sexual response.

Nevertheless, these studies are often small, not well-controlled, or use combination herbal formulas, making it difficult to attribute effects solely to ginseng. Systematic reviews generally conclude that while ginseng is well-tolerated and may offer some benefit, the current evidence is insufficient to recommend it as a primary therapy for premature ejaculation. Thus, its reputation in this context is rooted mainly in tradition, with only weak scientific support at this time.

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