LJ100 tongkat ali - Health benefit and side effects of LJ100 tongkat ali extract

LJ100 is a potent extract of Tongkat ali. LJ100 is trademarked by Herbal Powers. We do not suggest using more than a 25 mg dose of LJ100 since side effects are very likely on high doses.

Availability of Tongkat Ali and LJ100
Tongkat Ali is sold as a powder and in capsules, and it is often combined with other herbs in libido products. There are a number of tongkat ali extracts available in various potencies, and since each raw material supplier and manufacturer has a different way of preparing and extracting the raw tongkat ali root material, and since there are no established standards, it is difficult to give dosage recommendations that would be consistently effective. In addition to tongkat ali being available as a raw powder, it is sold as a 4:1, 5:1, 20:1 and a 100:1 concentration. An excellent and quite reliable source of the 100:1 extract is LJ100. At the higher tongkat ali concentrations, such as LJ100, it becomes difficult to dose appropriately since the margin of error in terms of effectiveness versus side effects becomes quite  challenging.

Tongkat Ali - LJ100 - 25 mg   100:1 extract
60 Capsules - Formulated by Ray Sahelian, M.D.


Tongkat Ali LJ100 is a high quality, 100:1 standardized Tongkat Ali extract. LJ100 is used for improving energy, increasing stamina, physical endurance, and sensual performance. This LJ100 product comes from the purest raw material supplier, direct from Malaysia.

LJ100 Supplement Facts
Tongkat Ali LJ100 (100:1 extract) - 25 mg *
   (Eurycoma Longifolia jack LJ100) (standardized to 40% Glyco Saponins and 22% Eurypeptides)

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Suggested Use: For libido maintenance, take one  LJ100 capsule every other day or every third day.  As an alternative to LJ100, you could consider Passion Rx or Passion Rx with yohimbe which has LJ100.
* Tongkat Ali LJ100 daily value not established.

LJ100 side effects
There are side effects to LJ100 when used in high doses. LJ100 side effects include increased body temperature, restlessness, irritability, and insomnia. When you buy a LJ100 supplement, keep this in mind and initially start with a dose no more than 25 mg. LJ100 should not be taken on the same day as Passion Rx or other sex herb formulas or other individual sex herbs since there could be overstimulation and restlessness.

Q. I took two LJ100 25mg capsules on Saturday about an hour before sexual activity, I experienced a severe thunder clap headache, which took about an hour to subside and was excruciating. Is this a side affect of LJ100 product? I am a 52 year old female and have taken LJ100 before with success before, however, usually only took one capsule.
   A. Headache is a possible LJ100 side effect on high dosages.

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LJ100 Questions
Q. I have started using Tongkat Ali capsules.  I read a few articles which say that this product shipped from the host countries contain a significant amount of heavy metals like lead and mercury.  There is a very interesting website run by Serge Kreutz which also mentions the name of Dr. Ray Sahelian, and discusses the false or exagerrated propaganda about this LJ100, an extract of tongkat ali. Serge Kreutz says, "In spite of, or probably because of, the pseudoscience applied in its marketing, LJ100 today seems to be the most widely distributed tongkat ali product. It’s amazing that even a physician with a generally good knowledge of herbal medicines, Ray Sahelian, MD, has fallen for their tricks."
   A. We like it when people have such passion for something, and in this case Serge Kreutz seems to be passionate about learning more on natural sexual aphrodisiacs including tongkat ali and LJ100. However, it is premature for Serge Kreutz to be making this statement. We called and spoke with the research staff that works with the doctor. Dr. Sahelian has tested LJ100 on himself and patients, and is aware that LJ100 is an effective aphrodisiac, just as other herbs including horny goat weed, tribulus terrestris, yohimbe, etc We are not sure what Serge Kreutz means when he says 'falling for their tricks." If LJ100 is effective according to Dr. Sahelian, what makes Serge Kreutz any more of an expert?

Q. I read somewhere that it can be dangerous to take Tongkat Ali with SSRIs. Is this also true for LJ100?
   A. Yes, LJ100 is potent and should not be taken the same day as a SSRI such as Prozac, Zoloft, Paxil, and other antidepressants.

Q. I tried Tongkat Ali LJ100 80mg. After just 1 tablet, I began to sweat and have palpitations pretty much relieved with propranolol within a few hours. This was followed with aggressive thoughts and insomnia. I took no more tablets yet these symptoms continued for several days. At the end of a week, my testicle volume (I would estimate) increased by
200%, and sex and aggressiveness dominated my thoughts. Midway through the week I visited my physician to see what was going on and to document this. My liver enzymes were substantially elevated. Testosterone was, surprisingly,not at all elevated when compared to a previous test. I do not know about causality on this. It could be that the Tongkat Ali was the cause, or (I believe) that perhaps the liver was damaged from some unknown cause (no Hep A, B or C) which prevented the active components of the herb from being metabolized and cleared at a normal
rate. Figured that you should know, so that you can add this to your warning. Oh, and my liver function has returned to normal. This took several months.
   A. LJ100 is very potent and that is why when Dr. Sahelian formulated his product on LJ100 he only included 25 mg as opposed to the standard 80 mg being used currently by many companies. It is difficult to imagine that liver enzymes would be so influenced by one dose of LJ100, but we still don't know enough about this herb to have a clear idea on how it influences liver enzymes.

Q. I have had great success using LJ100 and other herbs for sexual enhancement. I recently just started taking zoloft which is working wonderfully for me but I am experiencing a loss of libido. I read that you don't recommend taking LJ100 with an SSRI. Is there any sexual enhancement herbs that are safe with Zoloft?? also can I take Korean Ginseng while on Zoloft. I know that you aren't supposed to respond to these emails but please help It is hard to find any information on this subject.
   A. Antidepressants of the SSRI class such as Zoloft increase serotonin in the brain and thus dampen libido and erections. Unexpected side effects can occur when such drugs and sexual herbs, such as LJ100, are combined. Hence, even though there may be people who can tolerate the combination of a SSRI and LJ100 or other sex herbs, some people may not and get side effects and we cannot predict who will have such untoward reactions and we cannot predict which sexual herb will be tolerated and effective and which will not. We don't want to take the chance recommending a particular sex herb to be taken with antidepressants and then having reports back of side effects.

Q. Can LJ100 be taken the same day as Passion Rx?
A. No. Both LJ100 and Passion Rx are potent, so there is no need to take them together. They may be used on alternate days.

Q. The more I research, the more confusion. There is tongkat-ali powder – 400mg (origin Indonesia) and LJ100 in what I think is a 100:1 extract. Another website Serge Kreutz says do not to buy powders and not to buy product from Malaysia (LJ100) where your LJ100 product originates according to your certificate; for a number of reasons listed on his site Will you comment on this? Secondly, why do you get powder from Indonesia and LJ100 extract from Malaysia?
   A. You can find many opinions on the internet on a variety of topics. We prefer not to comment on other people's viewpoints but rather we rely on one of the world's leading authorities on natural supplements, Dr. Ray Sahelian, M.D., who is the bestselling author of Natural Sex Boosters. The proof, as they say, is in the pudding. According to Dr. Sahelian, and reports from users, both forms of tongkat ali, the powder and LJ100, are effective. Rather than focus on where the tree is grown, more important is how old the roots are and how well the roots are processed. And we have the best source for tongkat ali that we buy from to make our tongkat ali and LJ100 products.

Q. How quickly does LJ100 work?
A. Although some people will notice the an effect the first day of use, the best results are noticed on the second or thrid day, even if a LJ100 supplement is not taken the second or third day. LJ100 often has a delayed effect, unlike Viagra which works within hours.

Q. Can I take LJ100 with other sex herbs such as horny goat weed, tribulus terrestris, maca, and others?
A. We prefer LJ100 be taken by itself, but after using LJ100 for a while, if you feel you know how your body responds to it, you could combine it with low doses of other sex herbs, but caution is advised.

Q. What's the best way to take LJ100?
A. Each person is different, but as a general guideline, LJ100 can be taken every other day, every third day, or two days in a row followed by several days of absence. It depends how often you have sexual relations and how much sexual enhancement you want to feel. As a rule, take the least amount of LJ100 that suits your needs. Makes sure to take LJ100 on an empty stomach in the morning.

Q. Can I take LJ100 if I have a heart condition or taking heart medicines?
A. We prefer you don't. High doses of LJ100 can stimulate the heart to beat faster. Consult with your doctor before using LJ100 if you have a health condition.

Q. Can women use LJ100?
A. Yes, but women may require a lower dosage. LJ100 25 mg may be fine, but some women may need to open the capsule by pulling on each end and take a half the amount.

Q. What happens if I get insomnia using LJ100?
A. Skip your dose for a day or two, and then try the LJ100 again, this time using only half or a third of a capsule.

Q. I saw an add for LJ200. What is this product and is LJ200 more potent than LJ100?
A. We have not tested LJ200 so we don't know how effective it is. Hypothetically it would seem LJ200 is twice as potent as LJ100. LJ100 is a concentrated form of tongkat ali and is quite potent, perhaps too potent. We don't see any need to concentrate tongkat ali any further. Therefore, for the time being, LJ200 is not an extract that we find necessary since the tongkat ali plain powder and LJ100 are quite sufficient on their own. Also, just because LJ100 says that it is 100 times an extract does not mean it is exactly 100 times as potent as regular tongkat aii powder. If you take 400 mg of tongkat ali powder, you will realize how potent it is, actually most prefer taking less that 400 mg of the powder. Many products have 80 mg of LJ100 in them, and we feel that this is too potent and can lead to unpleasant side effects. It is naive to claim that just because an LJ100 product has 80 mg or 25 mg of LJ100 that this makes it equivalent to 8000 mg of tongkat ali powder or 2500 mg of tongkat ali powder, respectively. It just doesn't work that way. Keep in mind, too, that tongkat ali has side effects and taking too much regular powder, LJ100 or LJ200 can be counterproductive since these can cause insomnia. And when insomnia occurs, overall health is impaired.

Q. Most tongkat ali LH100 products advertised on line have 50 mg of LJ100 or 80 mg of LJ100. Why is the product you carry only 25 mg?
A. We purposely chose to sell a lower dosage of LJ100 since we realized higher amounts can lead to insomnia and lead to unpleasant side effects. If you don't get a good night's sleep, you will be less inclined to be at your best health. Hence, of all the LJ100 products on the market, Dr. Sahelian and his research team decided 25 mg of LJ100 would be the safest product to carry.

Q. How soon would I notice the effects from LJ100?
A. Some people may notice the effects within a few hours, while other may notice the effects the next day or after a few days. It depends how attuned you are to your body.

Q. Can LJ100 be taken with other herbs or with Passion Rx?
A. Not the same day. We prefer you take them on alternate days. Just realize that the effects can last several days after using LJ100.

Q. Can I take LJ100 with and SSRI such as Prozac or Zoloft?
A. Since LJ100 is potent, it is best not to take it the same day as an SSRI or other medicines that influence brain neurochemistry. We don't suggest people with medical conditions or heart problems take LJ100.

Q. I bought a bottle of LJ100 25 mg. I read the dosage instructions which say 1 capsule every other day or 3 times a week. My question is, can I not take LJ00 as needed, like a drug.
A. Herbs are not like drugs, they take a few days before working at their best. You can take one capsule LJ100 in the morning every other day or 3 days a week and discuss with your doctor how to use prescribed drugs. We suggest not taking Viagra the same day as LJ100. Viagra can be taken on a day when you are not taking LJ100 and it is better to use a smaller dose of Viagra than you normally do. LJ100 and many other herbs have a delayed effect into the second and third day after taking a capsule.

Q. LJ100 is specified as a 100:1 extract. Does this mean that 100 gram of root was used to produce 1 gram of this extract, OR does this mean that 1 gram of root was used to produce 100 grams of this LJ100 extract?
   A. 100 grams of tongkat ali was used to to make 1 gram of LJ100.

Q. I am currently taking Argi-Vive III [A product put out by North Star Nutritionals which contains the following: L'Arginine - 3000 .mg /niacin as niacinamide 20mg. / Vitamin B12 100 mcg./ and a proprietary blend which contains panax ginseng root extract, catuba bark, muira puama (aerial parts), ashwagandha root, gotu kola leaf, maca root, horny goat weed, Epimedium grandiflorum extract (whole plant) ]. Can I also take LJ100, since what I am taking now does not do any thing for me? I did have seeds implante about 4 years ago for prostate cancer.
   A. We suggest not taking two different products the same day but rather to first see how LJ100 works by itself.

Q. I am interested in using either the Passion rx formula or just the lj100 product, both as libido boosters, and as testosterone enhancement for body building. Although I have tried several other testosterone boosters (never passion rx or lj100) in the past they have had little effect on me, and the side "benefit" has been short-term (while using the products) difficulties with sex. (difficulty gaining erections) I have never taken either steroids or any of the prohormones. Is there any chance of the lj100 by itself or the passion rx causing the reverse effect from what they are intended? Do either of these products stimulate the feed back loop that begins the aromatization of testosterone to estrogen? If so how long and what should I take to avoid this? How long before I should expect results or side effects while taking either lj100 or passion rx? If they work as libido boosters, how long before I should expect to see results?
   A. If used too frequently, many sex herbs or sexual products can have a reverse effect since they can cause insomnia and fatigue. It is best to use Passion Rx, LJ100, or other sexual herbal products a few days a week and take a full week off each month. Not enough studies have been done in humans to determine the hormonal effects of these herbs and they are not to be relied on for body building purposes. Most people notice sexual enhancement within 2 or 3 days. They are best taken every other day initially and then less frequently. LJ100 and Passion Rx should not be taken the same day.

Q. I'm trying the LJ100, which I've been taking for a few days. The first time I took it, within ten minutes I had a racing heart, but that disappeared in less than ten minutes. That was the same reaction as I had the first time I took a product called Bali Mojo which contains tongkat ali, although the racing heart probably lasted for forty minutes. But with Bali Mojo I never felt anything on subsequent occasions that I took it and that's been the same so far with the LJ100. Strange. The racing heart indicates a side affect. If you get a side affect, do you normally get the positive effect too?
Why have I had a reaction on one occasion and nothing on the others?
   A. Yes, we have had on occasion a person say they felt a racing heart after taking certain herbs or supplements, but it did not recur again or happened infrequently. We are not sure why this happens. The side effect and positive effect may or may not be related. Some people get only positive effects, some people only side effects, others get both.

Q. I have been using the Tongkat ali 400 mg and I am unsure as to LJ100. It says it is a 100:1 extract at 25 mg. How can that be? Does this mean the 400 mg is stronger than the L100 extract at 25? or this the other way around, the 100:1 extract is actually a better quality Tongkat at 25 mg than the 400 mg?
   A. LJ100 is a potent version of tongkat ali, so a lesser amount is needed. Even though LJ100 is supposed to be 100 times as potent, it really is not. We don't know precisely how many times potent LJ100 is over the regular tongkat ali powder, but roughly it is 15 to 30 times as potent mg to mg. However, there are some difference in the chemical composition between the two products, so they have some different physiological effects. Bottom line is that some people prefer to use LJ100, others like tongkat ali powder, still others like a combination of sexual herbs as found in Passion Rx or other formulas.

Q. I came across this promotional material and would like your comments:  LJ100 has undergone a patented extraction process to capture the most potent, biologically active EuryPeptides to increase energy, enhance sport performance, and promote anabolic state by maintaining normal high testosterone level and low cortisol level. Created by the original researchers at the University Malaya and MIT, this product has shown in human clinical trials - an ability to increase DHEA, increase free testosterone, increase IGF-1 level, and decrease Sex Hormone Binding Globulin (SHBG). LJ100 also increases cGMP and cAMP. The bioactive Eurypeptides significantly increase CYP 17 enzyme production to maintain healthy androgen level. Athletes taking LJ100 experience significant increment in fat free mass, greater decrement in body fat, increase in muscle mass, and strength compared to the placebo group.
   A. LJ100, in high dosages, can cause increased body temperature, rapid heart beat, and insomnia. We are not convinced at this time that LJ100 is a useful herbal extract for sports performance in the long run.

Q. Would you please tell us how much effective are Yohimbe, Tomgkal Ali, Tribulus Terrestris and LJ100 as compared to Passion Rx?
   A. A combination formula such as Passion Rx which has a mix of several herbs takes advantage of the benefits of each herb while minimizing the side effects. Some people prefer a single herb whereas most people do better with a well designed combination.

Q. Can tongkat ali LJ100 be taken three times weekly, with Passion Rx twice weekly (nothing on weekends). What about long-term use of these supplements? Is it possible to raise testosterone too high in this manner? I refer to full capsules in both the above.
   A. A total of five days a week with LJ100 and Passion Rx may be too potent. For long term use we suggest the combination to be no more than 3 days a week rather than 5.

Q. LJ100 is in Passion Rx, yet the website indicates it should not be taken together on the same day? (Please clarify)
   A. Both Passion RX and LJ100 are potent, taking them both together could result in side effects of too much energy, increased body temperature, rapid heart rate, and insomnia. It is better to have a gradual enhancement of sexuality rather than taking high dosages and getting side effects.