Europharma AS

In this study, we will evaluate the relative bioavailability of Berberine (BB) from capsules containing Indian Barberry (Berberis aristate DC.) Bark and Root Extract in the blood plasma of healthy subjects after oral administration of:
A. Capsules containing Berberine and GCD (BBA Berberine MetX™ Ultra Absorption, 250 mg) B. Capsules containing Berberine (BB, Berberine MetX™, 500 mg) - (reference product).

This study will evaluate the relative bioavailability of ginsenosides Rg5, Rk1, and Ck of Red ginseng HRG80 preparations containing gamma-cyclodextrin (GCD) in the blood plasma of healthy subjects after oral administration of two different formulations of HRG80:
A. Capsules containing red ginseng preparation HRG80 (reference product) B. Chewable tablets containing red ginseng preparation HRG80 and GCD (modified product).
Dissolution testing measures the rate and extend water solubility of ginsenosides from the reference (A) and the modified (B) products. The difference of in vitro dissolution profiles between the reference (A) and modified (B) products will be assessed.

A prospective, randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled study to determine if a hydroponically-cultivated red ginseng preparation is superior to conventionally grown ginseng and placebo for positively affecting electrical activity of the brain during performance of various cognitive tasks.