Ginseng root (Panax ginseng) has been known and used from ancient times. Veterinary medicine in oriental countries like China, Korea, Japan, Indochina, Philippines, considers ginseng as a universal remedy. Ginseng qualified as an adaptogen, being part of remedies that increase the resistance of organisms... The effect of Ginseng on the organisms is explained by the bioactive substances it contains. Panaquilone stimulates the endocrine glands. Panaxic acid improves the metabolism. Panacene has analgesic and sedative action. Glycosides regulate the carbohydrate metabolism and decrease the blood glucose level. Ginseng is used as an expectorant, emollient and strengthening agent to cure bronchial disorders, anemia, metabolic disorders, liver, kidneys, stomach diseases, and diabetes...