QUALITY CONTROL OF GINSENG PREPARATIONS BY MEANS OF HPLC: A SAFE METHOD FOR THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY

By means of numerous examples the practical possibility is demonstrated, which HPLC offers at the quality control of Ginseng-preparations. The method is not only suitable for quali-quantitative evaluation of finished products, but also for in-process controls at production of Ginseng specialities. From the examination of various German products which are on the European market, it results, that the contents of Ginsenosides fluctuate strongly. The mechanisms are shown, which could cause destruction of the Ginsenosides at the processing of Ginseng roots. The guiding principles for the production of standardized Ginseng preparations are defined.