What it is
Tanshinone IIA, a diterpene isolated from Salvia miltiorrhiza (Danshen), is a botanical compound used to support cardiovascular and circulatory functions. It is available in capsule form for adult use.
Supplement · Cardiovascular
Tanshinone IIA (Danshen)
300 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
hypertensionperipheral-artery-diseasehigh cholesterol heartblood vessel
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How it works
Tanshinone IIA exerts its effects by promoting vasodilation, reducing blood viscosity, and exhibiting anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. These actions contribute to improved blood flow and reduced cardiovascular strain.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address high blood pressure, poor circulation, high cholesterol. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
Avoid / careful
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
When to take it
Morning
Noon
Evening
Night
How to take it
With food
Empty stomach
Before food
FAQs
Frequently asked
How long does it take to see results from Tanshinone IIA?
Measurable improvements in cardiovascular markers are typically observed within 4 to 12 weeks of consistent daily dosing.
Can Tanshinone IIA be taken with other supplements?
Yes, it can be layered into a broader protocol. However, consult a healthcare provider if you are on prescription medications that affect similar biological pathways.
Are there any common side effects?
Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses. Mild gastrointestinal upset may occur when first starting the supplement.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
B · B · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for cardiovascular and circulatory health
From the blog
Editorial notes
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About Tanshinone IIA (Danshen)
Tanshinone IIA (Danshen) is a cardiovascular supplement used to support cardiovascular and circulatory health. Salvia diterpene for circulation and heart. It is available in capsule form and dosed for adults in India and internationally. As a tcm-tradition entry in the SacredBod catalog, it is positioned as a single-ingredient option that can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol. Tanshinone IIA (Danshen) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the heart, blood vessels, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 4-12 weeks for measurable cardiovascular markers. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Tanshinone IIA (Danshen) carries an evidence grade of B in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting good-but-limited human evidence for cardiovascular and circulatory health. Salvia diterpene for circulation and heart. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 4-12 weeks for measurable cardiovascular markers, and individual response varies.
Dosing
A typical dose is 300 mg, taken with food, usually in the morning. Start at the lower end, assess tolerance, and stay consistent; more is not automatically better.
Cautions
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
Who it’s for
Adults looking to address high blood pressure, poor circulation, high cholesterol. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
As part of the Cardiovascular category, Tanshinone IIA (Danshen) can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol — see the Goes with panel for evidence-aligned pairings.
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