Coyne Healthcare Bio-Shoden Ashwagandha 60 Capsules

Bio-Shoden® Ashwagandha is a multi-tasking adaptogen that works by modulating the physiological stress-re- sponse mechanisms, including the immune system, hormone and neurotransmitter balances, and the body’s inflammatory cascades.

Standardised pharmaceutical quality. 240mg of Shoden ® extract per capsule. Full spectrum of bioactives. High potency delivering 35% withanolide glycosides.

Take 2 capsules per day [taken as 1 capsule twice daily] with or without food, swallowed with a full glass of water.

Interactions with other medicines Antidiabetic medicines: Bio-Shoden® Ashwagandha may lower blood glucose levels. Patients on these medicines should regularly monitor their blood glucose levels when treatment with Bio-Shoden® Ashwagandha is initiated or discontinued. Benzodiazepines: Bio-Shoden® Ashwagandha may potentiate the sedative effects of benzodiazepines such as diazepam or clonazepam. Central Nervous System depressants: Bio-Shoden® Ashwagandha may potentiate the effect of barbiturates, anxiolytics, and other sedatives. Immunosuppressants: Bio-Shoden® Ashwagandha may decrease the effects of immunosuppressant medicines. Thyroid hormones: concurrent use of Bio-Shoden® Ashwagandha and thyroid hormones may produce additive therapeutic and adverse effects, as ashwagandha may boost thyroid hormone synthesis and secretion. Pregnancy and breastfeeding Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding as safety in pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established. Paediatric population Bio-Shoden® Ashwagandha is not recommended for use in children younger than 12 years of age. Special precautions Specific disease conditions: Users are requested to discuss the use of Bio-Shoden ® Ashwagandha with their healthcare providers if any of the following is applicable: • Patients diagnosed with autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), and others. • Patients diagnosed with an overactive thyroid gland, or patients taking thyroid hormones. Surgery: Bio-Shoden® Ashwagandha usage should be discontinued at last 2 weeks prior to any elective surgery. Interactions with laboratory tests: Bio-Shoden® Ashwagandha may interfere with blood tests to determine digoxin levels. Driving and using machines: Bio-Shoden® Ashwagandha may have sedative effects and adversely affect one’s ability to perform tasks requiring alertness and concentration, including, but not limited to, driving, operating machinery, or leisure activities such as rock climbing. Ensure that you do not engage in these activities until you are aware of the measure to which Bio-Shoden® Ashwagandha affects you. Known symptoms of overdose and particulars of its treatment Treatment should be symptomatic and supportive. In the case of accidental overdose of the product, contact the nearest hospital or poison control centre. Presentation & identification White, opaque, glass bottle with a metal screw cap containing 60 clear vegetable capsules. Dosage recommendations The usual dose is 2 capsules per day [taken as 1 capsule twice daily] with or without food, swallowed with a full glass of water. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Users should consult a healthcare provider for use beyond 12 consecutive weeks, or to arrange for planned periodical breaks from supplementation.