Ashwagandha is a moderate-risk supplementcommonly taken at 300 mg per day with a suggested upper limit of 1200 mg according to EFSA reference data. This page currently includes one reference source. Treat it as safety context, not a complete global standard comparison. It has 1 known interaction with other supplements including thyroid medication. Use NutriAudit to check if your supplement stack keeps this ingredient within safe limits.
Ashwagandha sits in the Herbs & Adaptogens category. This page consolidates 1 regional standard, and the numbers are broadly aligned, so the bigger question is whether your total dose stays in range.
It also has 1 known interaction, so the question is not just the label dose but whether the rest of your stack adds extra risk.
| Region | Organization | Typical Dose | Upper Limit (UL) | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇪🇺 Europe | EFSA | 300 | 1200 | mg |
Typical Dose = commonly used amount, not an official RDA. UL = Tolerable Upper Intake Level (maximum safe daily amount).
Ashwagandha may affect thyroid hormone levels.
Consult a doctor if taking thyroid medication.
First match your product label against the dose table above, then check whether the known interaction list includes anything in your current stack.
If you are taking multiple supplements, the safest approach is usually to audit the whole stack instead of judging a single bottle in isolation.
The safe upper limit (UL) for Ashwagandha is 1200mg per day according to EFSA. Exceeding this amount regularly may increase the risk of adverse effects.
A commonly used dose of Ashwagandha is 300mg per day. This is based on research literature, not an official RDA. Individual needs vary.
Yes, Ashwagandha has 1 known interaction with other supplements. Ashwagandha may affect thyroid hormone levels.
Check if your supplement stack keeps Ashwagandha within safe limits.
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Based on reference standards from FDA, EFSA, TGA, and MHLW.