Menforte
Food supplement declared in France, declaration No 2024-7-1673, decision dated 25 July 2024
Menforte (MENFORTE) is a food supplement declared in France. Status: declared in France, may be marketed. 1 point in its composition requires a check (prohibited substance, dose or novel food). 2 rules of use apply to its ingredients (limits and warnings).
- Brand
- MENFORTE
- Food business operator placing the product on the market
- NUTRIZENE
- Status
- Declared in France, may be marketed: the authorities did not object to the declaration (this is neither an authorisation nor a safety assessment)
- Form
- Capsule
- Daily dose
- 1 Gélule
- Directions for use
- Prendre une gélule 45 à 60 minutes avant l'activité avec un grand verre d'eau.
- Intended populations
- Men
- Not recommended (according to the manufacturer)
- Adolescents (under 18), Breastfeeding women, Children (under 12), Young children (aged 1 to 3), Pregnant women, High blood pressure, Kidney failure, Infants (under 1 year), Concurrent alcohol consumption, Heart problems, Liver problems, Taking anticoagulants, Taking antidepressants, Taking diabetes medication, Taking blood pressure medication, Taking medication, Taking thyroid medication, Children (under 6), Children (under 10)
- Objectives stated by the manufacturer (these are not authorised claims)
- Growth and development, Sport, Mood, Concentration
Declaration 264228, procedure Article 15. Compl'Alim, food supplement declarations (France), retrieved 15 November 2026.
Declared composition
Plants
| Plant | Part | Preparation | Per day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turnera diffusa Willd. ex Schult. | Feuille | Autre extrait sec | 115 mg |
| Panax ginseng C.A.Mey. | Racine | Autre extrait sec | 50 mg |
| Lycium barbarum L. | Fruit | Autre extrait sec | 50 mg |
| Paullinia cupana Kunth | Graine | Autre extrait sec | 30 mg |
| Lycium chinense Mill. | Baie | Autre extrait sec | 25 mg |
| Tribulus terrestris L. | Parties aériennes | Autre extrait sec | 25 mg |
| Vitis vinifera L. | Fruit | Autre extrait sec | 25 mg |
| Ptychopetalum olacoides Benth. | Ecorce | Autre extrait sec | 15 mg |
| Schisandra chinensis (Turcz.) Baill. | Fruit | Autre extrait sec | 15 mg |
List from the declaration, administrative decision dated (Compl'Alim, food supplement declarations (France)).
Label warnings
Consultez votre médecin si vous prenez simultanément des anticoagulants. L'utilisation chez les personnes sous traitement antidépresseur est déconseillée. L'utilisation chez la femme enceinte et allaitante est déconseillée. Déconseillé en cas d'épilepsie. Déconseillé en cas de procédure interventionnelle invasive planifiée. Déconseillé aux femmes enceintes et allaitantes. L'utilisation chez les personnes sous traitement antidiabétique est déconseillée. Déconseillé en cas d'allergies connues, notamment au baume du Pérou. Déconseillé en cas d'ulcère gastroduodénal, de problèmes cardiaques ou d'hyperthyroïdie. L'utilisation chez les personnes sous traitement anticoagulant est déconseillée. Dans le cas de traitements médicamenteux, demander conseil à un professionnel de santé.
Regulatory points
- Substance interdite
Ptychopetalum spp.: dangerous plant prohibited in food in Belgium (list 1). The entire genus Ptychopetalum is listed.
Source: Belgium, Royal Decree of 31 August 2021, plant lists (annex replaced on 30 January 2024), arrêté royal du 31 août 2021, annexe remplacée le 30 janvier 2024, liste 1, page PDF 80.
- Conditions légales
Tribulus terrestris L.: Les parties de plantes doivent être cuites
Source: French orders of 9 May 2006 (nutrients), 24 June 2014 (plants) and 26 September 2016 (other substances), consolidated LEGI collection, arrêté du 24 juin 2014, annexe I.
- Conditions légales
Turnera diffusa Willd. ex Schult.: L'étiquetage doit comporter un avertissement déconseillant l'usage chez les femmes ayant des antécédents personnels ou familiaux de cancer du sein.
Source: French orders of 9 May 2006 (nutrients), 24 June 2014 (plants) and 26 September 2016 (other substances), consolidated LEGI collection, arrêté du 24 juin 2014, annexe I.
This information reproduces the manufacturer's declaration to the administration (DGAL). It does not say whether the product is effective and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist, particularly during pregnancy or when taking medication.
Official warnings (Health Canada)
Health Canada publishes warnings on these ingredients:
- Panax ginseng C.A.Mey.
Read the warning, when it applies and the studies cited
PANAX GINSENG
Route of administration: Oral
Cautions and warnings
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you have diabetes (Brinker 2010; Vuksan et al. 2008; Seely et al. 2008; Sievenpiper et al. 2006; ESCOP 2003; Tetsutani et al. 2000; Sotaniemi et al. 1995; Chin 1991).
Sources cited by Health Canada (8)
- Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions, 4th edition. Sandy (OR): Eclectic Medical Publications; 2010.
- Chin RKH. Ginseng and common pregnancy disorders. Asia-Oceania Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology 1991;17(4):379-380. PubMed
- ESCOP 2003: European Scientific Cooperative on Phytotherapy Scientific Committee. ESCOP Monographs: The Scientific Foundation for Herbal Medicinal Products, 2nd edition. Exeter (UK): European Scientific Cooperative on Phytotherapy and Thieme; 2003.
- Seely D, Dugoua JJ, Perri D, Mills E, Koren G. Safety and efficacy of Panax ginseng during pregnancy and lactation. The Canadian Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 2008;15(1):e87-e94.
- Sievenpiper JL, Sung MK, Buono MD, Seung-Lee K, Nam KY, Arnason JT, Leiter LA, Vuksan V. Korean red ginseng rootlets decrease acute postprandial glycemia: results from sequential preparation- and dose-finding studies. Journal of the American College of Nutrition 2006;25(2):100-107. PubMed Randomised trial
- Sotaniemi EA, Haapakoski E, Rautio A. Ginseng therapy in non-insulin-dependent diabetic patients. Diabetes Care 1995;18(10):1373-1375. PubMed Clinical trial
- Tetsutani T, Yamamura M, Yamaguchi T, Onoyama O, Kono M. Can red ginseng control blood glucose in diabetic patients. The Ginseng Review 2000;28:44-47.
- Vuksan V, Sung MK, Sievenpiper JL, Stavro PM, Jenkins AL, Buono MD, Lee KS, Leiter LA, Nam KY, Arnason JT, Choi M, Naeem A. Korean red ginseng (Panax ginseng) improves glucose and insulin regulation in well-controlled, type 2 diabetes: results of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of efficacy and safety. Nutrition, Metabolism & Cardiovascular Diseases 2008;18(1):46-56. PubMed Randomised trial
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are taking antidepressant medication, blood thinners or digoxin (Brinker 2010; Lee et al. 2008a; Dasgupta and Reyes 2005; Janetzki and Morreale 1997; Gonzalez-Seijo et al. 1995; Shader and Greenblatt 1988; Jones and Runikis 1987; Shader and Greenblatt 1985).
Sources cited by Health Canada (8)
- Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions, 4th edition. Sandy (OR): Eclectic Medical Publications; 2010.
- Dasgupta A, Reyes MA. Effect of Brazillian, Indian, Siberian, Asian, and North American ginseng on serum digoxin measurement by immunoassays and binding of digoxin-like immunoreactive components of ginseng with Fab Fragment of antidigoxin antibody (Digiband). American Journal of Clinical Pathology 2005;124(2):229-236. PubMed
- Gonzalez-Seijo JC, Ramos YM, Lastra I. Manic episode and ginseng: report of a possible case. Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology 1995;15(6):447-448. PubMed Case report
- Janetzki K, Morreale AP. Probable interaction between warfarin and ginseng. American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy 1997;54(6):692-693.
- Jones BD, Runikis AM. Interaction of ginseng with phenelzine. Journal of Clinical Pharmacology 1987;7(3):201-202. PubMed Case report
- Lee SH, Ahn YM, Ahn SY, Doo HK, Lee BC. Interaction between warfarin and Panax ginseng in ischemic stroke patients. The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine 2008a;14(6):715-721. PubMed Randomised trial
- Shader RI, Greenblatt DJ. Bees, ginseng and MAOIs revisited. Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology 1988;8(4):235. PubMed Case report
- Shader RI, Greenblatt DJ. Phenelzine and the dream machine – ramblings and reflections. Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology 1985;5(2):65. PubMed Case report
Contraindications
Condition of application: Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Do not use in cases of yin deficiency with heat signs, heat excess, or in the absence of significant qi deficiency (Bensky et al. 2004).
Sources cited by Health Canada (1)
- Bensky D, Clavey, Stöger E, Gamble A. Chinese Herbal Medicine: Materia Medica. 3rd edition. Seattle (WA): Eastland Press, Incorporated; 2004.
Known adverse reactions
Stop use and ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if you experience insomnia, anxiety or headaches (Lee et al. 2008b; Vuksan et al 2008; de Andrade et al.2007; Sievenpiper et al. 2006; Coon and Ernst 2002; Ellis and Reddy 2002; Scaglione et al. 2001; Siegel 1979).
Sources cited by Health Canada (8)
- Coon JT, Ernst E. Panax ginseng: a systematic review of adverse effects and drug interactions. Drug Safety 2002;25(5):323-344. PubMed Systematic review
- de Andrade E, de Masquita AA, de Almeida Claro J, de Andrade PM, Ortiz V, Paranhos M, Srougi M. Study of the efficacy of Korean Red Ginseng in the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Asian Journal of Andrology 2007;9(2):241-244.
- Ellis JM, Reddy P. Effects of Panax ginseng on quality of life. The Annals of Pharmacotherapy 2002;36(3):375-379. PubMed Randomised trial
- Lee ST, Chu K, Sim JY, Heo JH, Kim M. Panax ginseng enhances cognitive performance in Alzheimer disease. Alzheimer Disease and Associated Disorders 2008b;22(3):222-226. PubMed Randomised trial
- Scaglione F, Weiser K, Alessandria M. Effects of the standardised ginseng extract G115 in patients with chronic bronchitis. Clinical Drug Investigation 2001;21(1):41-45.
- Siegel RK. Ginseng abuse syndrome. Problems with the panacea. The Journal of the American Medical Association 1979;241(15):1614-1615. PubMed
- Sievenpiper JL, Sung MK, Buono MD, Seung-Lee K, Nam KY, Arnason JT, Leiter LA, Vuksan V. Korean red ginseng rootlets decrease acute postprandial glycemia: results from sequential preparation- and dose-finding studies. Journal of the American College of Nutrition 2006;25(2):100-107. PubMed Randomised trial
- Vuksan V, Sung MK, Sievenpiper JL, Stavro PM, Jenkins AL, Buono MD, Lee KS, Leiter LA, Nam KY, Arnason JT, Choi M, Naeem A. Korean red ginseng (Panax ginseng) improves glucose and insulin regulation in well-controlled, type 2 diabetes: results of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of efficacy and safety. Nutrition, Metabolism & Cardiovascular Diseases 2008;18(1):46-56. PubMed Randomised trial
1 study cited in the text has no matching reference in the monograph (see the anomalies listed on the sources page).
- Tribulus terrestris L.
Read the warning, when it applies and the studies cited
TRIBULUS - TRIBULUS TERRESTRIS
Route of administration: Oral
Cautions and warnings
Condition of application: All products except Vrsya (aphrodisiac for men).
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms persist or worsen.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are pregnant (Chen and Chen 2004).
Sources cited by Health Canada (1)
- Chen JK, Chen TT. Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology. Crampton L, editor. City of Industry (CA): Art of Medicine Press Inc.; 2004.
Condition of application: Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Ask a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you have qi or blood deficiency (Bensky et al. 2004).
Sources cited by Health Canada (1)
- Bensky D, Clavey S, Toger E, Gamble A, editors. Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica. 3rd edition. Seattle (WA): Eastland Press Inc; 2004.
Contraindications
Condition of application: Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Do not use if you have low blood pressure or liver deficiency (Bensky et al. 2004; Chen and Chen 2004).
Sources cited by Health Canada (2)
- Bensky D, Clavey S, Toger E, Gamble A, editors. Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica. 3rd edition. Seattle (WA): Eastland Press Inc; 2004.
- Chen JK, Chen TT. Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology. Crampton L, editor. City of Industry (CA): Art of Medicine Press Inc.; 2004.
Known adverse reactions
Condition of application: All products.
Stop use if hypersensitivity/allergy occurs (Bensky et al. 2004)
Sources cited by Health Canada (1)
- Bensky D, Clavey S, Toger E, Gamble A, editors. Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica. 3rd edition. Seattle (WA): Eastland Press Inc; 2004.
Condition of application: All products except Mutrala (diuretic).
When using this product diuretic effect may occur.
They concern the ingredient, not this product or its dose. They do not replace medical advice.
Brand : MENFORTE
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