Ginseng: A bibliometric analysis of 40-year journey of global clinical trials.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Ginseng has a long history of widespread use and remarkable effects as traditional medicine, adjuvant and dietary supplement. The therapeutic value, diverse functionalities and rapid development of ginseng have driven a significant increase in the number of ginseng clinical trials, ranging from its use in various ailments, formulation to safety concerns. Despite the persistent interest in ginseng clinical research, the medical effectiveness of ginseng is inconclusive and there is a lack of bibliometric analysis of the hundreds of ginseng clinical trials.

Aim of review

This review aims to provide an extensive overview of ginseng clinical trials over the past 40 years (1979-2018) in combination with a qualitative and quantitative analysis. The annual clinical trial

SUBMITTER: Chen W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8655123 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature