When should you take these Stim E ampoules to reduce fatigue?
Stim E Energy Booster 5G combines five herbs and four vitamins in a single drinkable ampoule. Herbal ingredients: ginseng root extract (Panax ginseng) standardized for ginsenosides, guarana seed extract (a source of caffeine), ginger root extract, goji berry juice, and gotu kola extract (Centella asiatica). As for nutrients: 185 mg of vitamin C, provided in part by acerola juice, and vitamins B3, B5, and B6, each at least two-thirds of the reference nutritional values, plus 200 mg of L-arginine, an amino acid.
It is these vitamins that help combat fatigue. Vitamin C, niacin (vitamin B3), pantothenic acid (vitamin B5), and vitamin B6 help reduce fatigue. All four contribute to normal energy metabolism—that is, the conversion of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins from food into energy that cells can use. Since they are water-soluble, they are not stored by the body and must be obtained daily through the diet, which the supplement helps to support.
Busy days also take a toll on the mind. Pantothenic acid supports normal cognitive function, while vitamin C, niacin, and vitamin B6 support normal psychological function. Gotu kola, a plant native to South Asia that has long been part of traditional pharmacopoeias, helps maintain healthy cognitive function. Guarana rounds out the formula with the caffeine found in its seeds.
Stim E Energy Booster 5G supports times when you’re drawing more heavily on your reserves: getting back into the swing of things after vacation, busy work weeks, seasonal changes, or more intense physical activity. Ginseng, an iconic root in Asian tradition, has been used there for centuries to support physical endurance. The orange flavor of the ampoule is enhanced with notes of peach tea and lemon.
To round out the regimen, we recommend Pure Encapsulation Magnesium Citrate. Magnesium, which is not included in this formula, also helps reduce fatigue and supports normal muscle function. It thus provides a mineral not found in the ampoule, in addition to its vitamins.
How should you use these ginseng and guarana drinkable ampoules?
Directions for Use
Take 1 ampoule diluted in a glass of water every morning. Shake the ampoule well before use: a slight sediment of plant origin may form inside.
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Precautions
- Dietary supplements should be used as part of a healthy lifestyle and are not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet.
- Do not exceed the recommended daily dose of one ampoule.
- Contains caffeine (24 mg per day) and ginger: do not use in children, pregnant women, or nursing mothers.
- For adults only: ginseng is not recommended for those under 18 years of age due to insufficient data on its use in adolescents.
- Avoid taking in the evening if you are sensitive to caffeine. Be mindful of other sources of caffeine throughout the day: coffee, tea, sodas, and energy drinks.
- Excessive or long-term use is not recommended.
- Contains ginseng: Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking medication for diabetes, due to the risk of an excessive drop in blood sugar levels.
- Anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapy (warfarin and other vitamin K antagonists, aspirin, clopidogrel, etc.): Consult your doctor before starting this treatment. Ginseng and goji berry juice may alter the effects of these treatments; increases in INR have been reported in patients taking warfarin who consume goji berries.
- Treatment with MAOI antidepressants, digoxin, corticosteroids, or estrogen-based hormone therapy: Consult your doctor or pharmacist, as interactions with ginseng have been reported.
- High blood pressure, heart rhythm disorders, palpitations, anxiety, or sleep disturbances: Consult your doctor before taking this product, as caffeine and ginseng may exacerbate these conditions.
- Liver disease: Seek medical advice before taking this product. Rare cases of liver damage have been reported with gotu kola; stop taking the product and consult a doctor if you experience jaundice (yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes), dark urine, or unusual nausea.
- Scheduled surgery: Stop taking this product at least one week before the procedure and inform the medical team.
- Contains 2 g of sugar per ampoule; take this into account when following a controlled carbohydrate diet.
- Do not combine with any other dietary supplement containing caffeine, guarana, green tea, ginseng, or vitamins C and B without consulting a healthcare professional.
- If fatigue persists for more than two weeks despite taking this supplement, seek medical advice.
- Store in a cool, dry place away from light. Keep out of reach of young children.
What are the ingredients in this herbal and vitamin supplement?
Ingredients
Water, Sucrose, Goji berry juice (Lycium barbarum L.), L-arginine, dry extract of guarana seeds (Paullinia cupana Kunth) enriched with caffeine, dry extract of gotu kola (Centella asiatica L. Urb), vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Acerola juice concentrate (Malpighia glabra L.) enriched with natural vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), peach tea flavoring, soft extract of ginseng roots (Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer), natural orange flavoring, Dried ginger root extract (Zingiber officinale Roscoe), lemon flavoring, Vitamins: B3 (nicotinamide), B5 (calcium D-pantothenate), B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride).
Nutritional Information for Stim E Energy Booster 5G
| Nutritional Information |
Per 10-ml ampoule |
% NRV* |
| Goji berry juice |
1,818 mg |
|
| Guarana seed extract |
180 mg |
|
| equivalent to caffeine |
24 mg |
|
| Gotu kola extract |
167 mg |
|
| Acerola juice concentrate |
75 mg |
|
| Ginseng root extract |
80 mg |
|
| of which ginsenosides |
9.6 mg |
|
| Ginger root extract |
34 mg |
|
| of which gingerols |
680 µg |
|
| L-arginine |
200 mg |
|
| Vitamin C |
185 mg |
231% |
| Vitamin B3 |
16 mg |
100% |
| Vitamin B5 |
4 mg |
66% |
| Vitamin B6 |
1.4 mg |
100% |
| Sucrose |
2 g |
|
*NRV: Nutrient Reference Values.
Packaging
Box of 20 10-ml oral ampoules, providing a 20-day treatment course at a rate of one ampoule per day. Box of 30 10-ml oral ampoules, providing a 30-day treatment course.
Our expert advice on Stim E Energy Booster 5G for fatigue
Before taking your first ampoule, the key step is to consult your doctor. In this formula, it’s not the vitamins that require caution but the botanicals: ginseng and goji are the two active ingredients that warrant discussing with your doctor if you’re taking anticoagulant or antidiabetic medication. At the counter, this is the first question we ask. Another important point: this supplement doesn’t make up for lost sleep, and using it to keep going after too few hours of sleep is simply masking a problem that needs to be addressed.
For your first course of treatment, start with the 20-ampoule pack: this is enough to assess your tolerance to caffeine and ginseng before moving on to the 30-ampoule pack. Also keep in mind that a formula like this helps with temporary fatigue without addressing its underlying cause. If your fatigue is accompanied by paleness or shortness of breath during physical activity, you should request a blood test—not a second box.
FAQ
Should I choose Stim E Energy Booster 5G in ampoules or tablets?
The product line is available in three forms, each with different dosages. The ampoule has the highest vitamin C and caffeine content. Stim E Energy Booster 5G 40 tablets provides, at a dose of 2 tablets per day, 80 mg of vitamin C and 20 mg of caffeine. Stim E Energy Booster 5G 20 effervescent tablets provide, when taken at a rate of 1 tablet per day, 25 mg of vitamin C and 8 mg of caffeine: this is the form with the lowest caffeine content in the line.
How long can I take Stim E Energy Booster 5G without a break?
The treatment can be repeated as often as needed, provided you take a break every three months—that is, no more than three boxes of 30 ampoules or four boxes of 20 before stopping.
Does Stim E Energy Booster 5G contain as much caffeine as a cup of coffee?
No. The caffeine in the ampoule comes from guarana seed extract and is about one-quarter of the amount found in a 200-ml cup of filter coffee, which the EFSA estimates at 90 mg. For a healthy adult, the EFSA considers a total intake of up to 400 mg of caffeine per day to pose no safety concerns.