At present, the toxicity of American ginseng is not clear, it is recommended to take medication under the guidance of a doctor. American ginseng is a kind of traditional Chinese medicine, its taste is slightly bitter, sweet, cool in nature, belongs to the heart, lung, kidney meridian, has the effect of replenishing qi and nourishing yin, clearing heat and generating fluids, is often used in the treatment of qi deficiency and yin deficiency, deficiency of heat and tiredness, coughing, sputum and blood, internal heat and thirst (internal heat accompanied by symptoms such as overeating, drinking, and urinating), and dry mouth and pharynx. It is contraindicated in all cases of deficiency of yang, obstruction of cold and dampness, and Qi depression and fire, etc. It should be noted that American ginseng should not be used with quinoa, as it may cause interactions. Its adverse reactions and toxic effects are still unclear, in general, in the doctor’s orders within the dose, there is no toxic effects, at present there are no reports of adverse reactions within the prescribed dose of American ginseng, so it is recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions.