Here is a complete dosage guide for first-time users and existing Tongkat Ali users. Learn more about the daily recommended Tongkat Ali dosage for men and women, the maximum limit, how to maximize your dosage intake, and the potential side effects of consuming a higher dose.
The consensus taken from various clinical trials and studies showed Tongkat Ali is generally safe when consumed between 150mg to 600mg continuously for 4 weeks or longer duration up to 12 to 24 weeks.
By adjusting to the Human Equivalent Dose (HED) from animal studies and human clinical studies to date, the acceptable daily intake (ADI) is 200mg daily for up to 9 months or 400mg daily for 3 months. As long as you don’t exceed the toxicity limit of less than 1,935mg in a single intake, Tongkat Ali root extract appears to be non-toxic when taken in low dosages of 200mg to 400mg daily.
However, as researchers are still investigating the efficacy and safety of Tongkat Ali, there is no official recommended daily dosage as most of the prescribed dosages by health experts are referenced from human clinical studies.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Health Malaysia recommends 50 mg to 100 mg of Tongkat Ali daily, which is viewed as a conservative approach by health experts as the efficacy of Tongkat Ali is largely dependent on your weight, age and other type of extract used.
Acccording to a medically reviewed article published by heathline.com, “Tongkat Ali appears to be safe in doses of 200mg to 400mg per day”. And the same time, Huberman’s Tongkat Ali protocol describes a dose of 400mg daily for a significant testosterone boost, which is generally applicable for most men or aging-men with androgen deficiencies.
In general, men take a higher dose of Tongkat Ali (eg: 200mg) than women (eg: 50mg to 100mg), although there are instances where women above 40 are taking 200mg daily for optimal hormonal balance due to premature decline in testosterone, estrogen and other hormones.
The daily dose of 200mg per day was referenced to studies using standardized Tongkat Ali hot water extract
According to a lead scientist, Dr. Annie George, the daily dose of 200mg was used in recent research on humans and appears to be safe if you have no chronic illnesses, allergies or kidneys or liver issues.
“Most of the clinical studies using standardized Tongkat Ali hot water extract were tested based on 200mg, and this may be optimal for a wider range of applications.” she says.
Taking into account the average value across multiple studies on men and women, 200mg to 400mg of Tongkat Ali daily may be the optimal dosage for testosterone support, to elevate your libido for a greater sexual health, a stronger immune system, mood and overall optimal hormonal balance. However, those taking higher-dose of 400mg to 800mg daily may work better for short-term benefits such as building lean muscle mass, stamina or even weight loss.
In this article, we shall cover how much Tongkat Ali you should take and the optimal dosage to maximize the full potential health benefits of Tongkat Ali.
Below is the general Tongkat Ali daily dosage guide for men and women based on age. Taking Tongkat Ali between 100mg to 400mg daily may not cause severe side effects unless if the Tongkat Ali extract contains impurities, adulterants or if you are taking other supplements in high doses (eg: zinc, magnesium, ginseng) together.
Young Men: 20 – 39 years
Min: 100mg daily
Max: 200mg daily
Mid Aged Men: 40 – 59 years
Min: 200mg daily
Max: 600mg daily
Aging Men: 60 – 79 years
Min: 200mg daily
Max: 400mg daily
Young Women: 20 – 39 years
Min: 50mg daily
Max: 200mg daily
Mid Aged Women: 40 – 59 years
Min: 100mg daily
Max: 200mg daily
Aging Women: 60 – 79 years
Min: 100mg daily
Max: 200mg daily
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If you have specific health goals such as improving libido, increasing testosterone, building muscles, strength, and stamina, then adjusting the Tongkat Ali dose may be necessary.
Please use the following dosage guiide as a reference guide.
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You may optimize your dosage through Tongkat Ali cycling, a method of a weekly or monthly OFF/ON cycle. Users reported better gains when applying a 4-week ON and 1-week OFF cycle, without the need to increase their daily dose.
When to increase your dose:
Types of Tongkat Ali cycle:
You may increase your Tongkat Ali dose to 800mg per day when competing in long endurance sports (eg: ultramarathons, 20kmg running, ironman) which require optimal testosterone and cortisol balance throughout the race. However, taking high doses should be short-term and this must be supplemented by a healthy balance of diet and food that works well with Tongkat Ali.
If you are resting or during post-training recovery, you may reduce your Tongkat Ali intake to 200mg per day, as excessive consumption of Tongkat Ali without exercise may not be beneficial or optimal for your body.
Tongkat Ali dose should be adjusted accordingly and it is recommended not to take above 400mg if you are already taking other vitamins or minerals in high doses (eg: zinc, magnesium, boron).
Guide on dosing:
Taking into account 30+ human studies from 2012-2023, 200mg appears to be the average acceptable daily dose if you are taking a standardized Tongkat Ali hot water pure root extract. This assumes that it contains pure root extract without impurities, adulterants nor the addition of other vitamins or minerals (eg: magnesium, maltodextrin, zinc, boron, etc).
Although there are many Tongkat Ali brands sold in the US that recommend 600mg, 800mg and even 1,000mg Tongkat Ali daily, you should not take it as medical advice. Classified as a dietary food supplement, Tongkat Ali is not regulated by FDA or any medical practice and the truth is, a higher dose of Tongkat Ali may not be necessary once you understand the relationship between dosage, potency and efficacy.
If you are taking a potent Tongkat Ali hot water extract, a lower dosage of 400mg of Tongkat Ali may deliver the same effects as taking a higher dose of 1,000mg of Tongkat Ali (using ethanol-based extract).
The effective dosage of Tongkat Ali for an adult weighing 75kg is between 200mg to 400mg daily and overweight adults may require higher dosage of more than 400mg to gain its full effects. However, chronic dosing is not recommended for obese or overweight adults to avoid exceeding toxicity limits.
Yes, Tongkat Ali dosage and efficacy are generally dependent on the person’s total body weight. A higher dosage may be required for those who has a higher weight. However, more Tongkat Ali studies are required to assess weight-based dosing strategies vis-à-vis its efficacy and effects on health.
You may increase Tongkat Ali dosage if you are overweight or if you are chasing health goals that should ideally be accompanied by a regular workout regime, training, and a set of healthy diet. However, if you are taking zinc, magnesium, boron, Fadogia and Ashwagandha together with Tongkat Ali, it is highly recommended to reduce your dose to avoid any severe side effects, or damage to your liver.
Sports amateurs or pro athletes are taking 400mg to 1,000mg of Tongkat Ali daily combined with creatine and other nutrition to achieve short-term goals such as improved stamina, strength, faster lean muscle growth or fat-burn.
It is advisable to consult your doctor or healthcare professional before consuming or increasing Tongkat Ali dosage to avoid any adverse side effects.
A potent dosage-optimized Tongkat Ali supplement is formulated with an optimal dose of 200mg of pure Tongkat Ali root per capsule that enables you to gain the most health benefits across a wide range of applications and health goals.
From a pharmacological standpoint, dosage-optimized Tongkat Ali supplements are the most effective due to their higher efficacy that is tested in human clinical trials.
The optimal Tongkat Ali dosage for bodybuilding, anaerobic sports such as MMA, boxing, cycling, running or body toning is between 100mg to 400mg daily.
The benefits of taking 100mg to 400mg of Tongkat Ali daily with exercises are clinically tested to work for both males and females who are active in sports.
For bodybuilding and weight training, semi-pro athletes are taking 800mg to 1000mg per day but users are cautioned against taking high dose of Tongkat Ali without consulting their healthcare profesisonals.
Tongkat Ali daily dosage | Number of test subjects | Research and Clinical Study Conducted by | Research Findings and outcomes from prescribed dosage
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200mg | 63 (men and women) | Dr. Shawn Talbott Dr. Annie George | · Improvement of testosterone levels |
400mg | 25 (men and women) | Dr. Ralf Henkel Dr. Ismail Tambi | · Improvement in muscle strength |
100mg | 14 (men and women) | Dr. Hamzah Dr. A Yusof | · Improvement of lean body mass · Reduction of body fat
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According to men’s health expert Dr Ismail Tambi, the safe Tongkat Ali daily dosage for men’s libido and fertility is between 200mg – 300mg daily. However, a higher dosage of 400mg works for men weighing 100kg and above.
This optimal Tongkat Ali dosage of 200mg daily for libido is based on clinical studies on men with mild Erectile Dysfunction (ED) symptoms and aging males diagnosed with androgen deficiency (or known as hypogonadism).
Tongkat Ali daily dosage | Number of test subjects | Clinical Study Conducted by | Research findings from prescribed dosage
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300mg
| 26 (men and women) | Dr. Jay K Udani Dr. Annie George Dr. Michael Pakdaman
| Improvement in erection time, sperm concentration and motility
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200mg | 45 (men) | Dr. Alice Erwig Dr. Melissa Carvalho Dr. Andriea Pelegrini
| Improvement in Erectile Dysfunction in Androgen Deficiency of Aging Males (ADAM)
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300mg | 109 (men)
| Dr. Shaiful Bahari Dr. Annie George Dr. Wan Zahiruddin
| Improved sexual libido, sperm motility and semen volume
|
Consumers reported that a 200 mg daily dosage of Tongkat Ali is sufficient to cause a better erection. However, this depends largely on the level of androgen or testosterone in your body.
If you are above 65 and diagnosed with low testosterone or androgen deficiencies, you may need a higher dosage between 200mg to 400mg daily between 6 to 12 weeks to notice any improvements.
According to Dr. Andrew Huberman, he recommended 400mg Tongkat Ali daily and this was widely referenced as the optimal daily dosage for those seeking a significant testosterone boost. However, the amount you should take depends on your age, weight and presen health conditions.
Anytime I’ve taken more than 400mg per day, I don’t feel good.
However, consuming a higher dosage of Tongkat Ali may not translate to better results. In his latest video, Dr. Andrew Huberman reported that he was “not feeling good” after taking more than 400mg of Tongkat Ali per day.
Exceeding the 400mg daily dose may cause other unwanted mild effects such as feeling jittery or even nausea. Whilst Dr. Andrew Huberman is not a medical doctor, his view of Tongkat Ali dosage is often widely accepted by users and health coaches.
There are no internationally-recognized safety tests conducted on Tongkat Ali based on 800mg daily consumption although it appears to be safe without reported severe side effects. 800mg of Tongkat Ali is used for short-term goals to supplement the nutrition gaps due to the rapid depletion of testosterone levels in long-distant running competitions (eg: ultramarathons, trail running), to build leaner muscle and in other situations.
If you are taking it as a daily supplement, 800mg is considered excessive for your daily needs and may not be suitable if you are already taking other vitamins, minerals or supplements.
For general consumption, it is not recommended to take 1,000mg of Tongkat Ali daily unless it is advised by a healthcare professional or a certified health coach. If you are gearing up for a sports competition, Tongkat Ali may be taken up to 1,000mg short term (eg; less than 3 weeks), but kindly observe any severe side effects (eg: nausea, headaches or vomitting).
Standardized Tongkat Ali hot-water extract is known to be safe at high doses relative to non-standardized ethanol-based extract, which may offer long-term use without damage to the liver or kidneys based on limited on-going studies.
You may experience mild insomnia, higher anxiety, irritability or jittery or even nausea if you consume more than 1,000 mg of Tongkat Ali or higher dose. Some have a higher tolerance to alkaloids and a higher dose of Tongkat Ali will not yield any side effects.
If you have mild or undiagnosed insomnia, or difficulties sleeping, consuming 1000mg or more will worsen the conditions or symptoms associated with a sleeping disorder.
It is recommended to stop consuming Tongkat Ali immediately, or lower your dose to 100mg to 200mg daily should you experience any of the symptoms or side effects from higher doses of Tongkat Ali.
The maximum toxicity limit of Tongkat Ali dosage in a single serving on an adult human (100kg) is 30,000mg. This maximum toxicity limit is defined by the Lethal Dose 50 (LD50), a measure used in pharmacology and toxicity studies.
An acute toxicity study found that the oral Lethal Dose 50 (LD50) of an ethanol-based Tongkat Ali extract on animals is between 1500-2000 mg/kg bodyweight, while the oral LD50 of the water-based Tongkat Ali extract is higher than 3000 mg/kg bodyweight.
Consuming more than 30,000mg of Tongkat Ali in a single dose can be highly toxic to humans and may cause death.
*Note :
Regardless of the dosage, Tongkat Ali is not recommended and never to be consumed if you fall into any of the following categories:
Consuming Tongkat Ali at high dosages may cause acute and severe side effects such as recurring headaches, nausea, and vomiting. Recurring side effects may occur even at low doses if you are taking Tongkat Ali non-standardized ethanol-extract or if it is not 3rd party lab-tested by reputable organization such as EUROFINS.
Incorrect or taking high-dose of Tongkat Ali at 800mg (or higher) may occur if you are diagnosed with medical conditions, or if you have past liver or kidney issues. Despite studies showing no effects of liver functions or kidney health, increasing your Tongkat Ali daily intake should be consulted by a healthcare professional. More so if you are taking Fadogia Agrestis, Ashwagandha or any other herbs that may cause further complications.
Please refer to the list of common side effects below and consult your healthcare professional before consuming Tongkat ali or if you observe any symptoms related to the side effects.
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Disclaimer:
The recommended daily dosage written in this article is based on research publications and clinical trials conducted by researchers, scientists and doctors. The content published on this website is for educational purposes and should not be viewed, read or seen as a prescription or any constitute any form of medical advice. Please consult your nearest healthcare professional or doctors before consuming Tongkat Ali or any products which contain Tongkat Ali. We will not be responsible if the prescribed daily dose is suitable for you, or your health, or if it causes any severe side effects that may jeopardize your existing or future state of health. For further information, kindly refer to our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for more information.
Naressa Khan contributes regularly on AKARALI. As a researcher and investigative journalist specializing in nutrition and natural wellness, Naressa is all about creating, deconstructing, and reassembling meaningful content through words and facts. With this approach always in mind, she eagerly explores the nuances in life via the aspects of lifestyle, culture, travel, health, and wellness in Malaysia .
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Some sites reccommend 650-1300 mg per day. That is with a 1:100 ratio.
How com you only reccommend 200-400 per day?
Hi there, while some sites recommend 650-1300mg per day, we believe this higher dose was recommended because of less percentage of bioactive ingredients that are obtainable from the 1:100 Tongkat Ali extraction. With standardized proprietary Physta extraction resulting in a higher potency/efficacy, our recommended dosage is between 200mg – 400mg. This is based on significant improvements in multiple clinical trials using human test subjects (with Placebo group). For instance, the testosterone improvement has shown to increase significantly with different dosages – i.e when consuming 100mg, 200mg, and even 400mg daily.
You may view the publication links to Tongkat Ali research findings here: http://akarali.com/tongkat-ali-testosterone-booster/
Could you clarify further on what you have said please. I have found one of the few places that sell tongkat in the UK and their ratio is 100:1 proving 250mg of tongkat per single capsule.
Am I right in thinking that 2 of these capsules would provide 500mg of tongkat?
Regards,
Mathew.
Hi Mathew, although technically one may think that consuming 2 of the abovesaid capsules would equate to 500mg of Tongkat Ali, the efficacy of it largely depends on the level of eurycomanone and other bioactive ingredients. Some Tongkat Ali products may claim to have 250mg of Tongkat Ali per capsule, but the actual fact is that the amount of pure Tongkat Ali is mixed with maltodextrin, etc. There are few links below if you need to read more about finest quality of Tongkat Ali, extraction method, etc.
http://akarali.com/physta-tongkat-ali/
http://akarali.com/finest-quality-tongkat-ali/
Hi Mathew,
Where in the UK do you get this 100:1 tg?
Thanks
Hi.
I was buying it from peak supps but they no longer supply it so I use power body supplements now.
You make a comment about not using Tongkat Ali if cancer has been diagnosed or undiagnosed in a person. What are the risks if cancer is detected while using this product?
Whilst research has shown that Tongkat Ali contains anti-cancer properties (see link below) and by any chance, you are diagnosed with cancer while using this product, it may be best to consult your nearest GP / doctor to obtain more professional medical advice.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3883656/
I have just purchased some capsules on akarali.com, on there it says serving size 1-2 capsules, 200mg recommended daily dosage. I have checked your website aswell but nowhere can i find how much 1 capsule contains, does 1 capsule = 200mg or 2 capsules =200mg?
Hi Faisal, it is 200mg per capsule. It is stated 200mg on the product page, but we have to spell out clearly that each capsule contains 200mg.
Is this all at once or spread throughout the day?
The recommended Tongkat Ali dosage is based on daily consumption. You may consume 200mg – 400mg all at once, but it is highly recommended to consume it gradually throughout the day. This allows the body to process and absorb the bioactive ingredients from Tongkat Ali more efficiently. The key effectiveness from any herbal supplement is consistent gradual consumption rather than one-off large volume consumption. We hope that provides clarity on how best to optimize Tongkat Ali usage.
Why isnt tongkat recommended for people w/ insomnia ?
Why is an on/off cycle recommended when most of the studies have been on daily use ?
If you are suffering from chronic insomnia, then Tongkat Ali may not be suitable for you as it contains alkaloids (i.e the same substance found in caffeiene). That may result in mild side effects such as inability to sleep easily, or some level of jittery feeling (similar feeling to taking a cup of strong coffee). As of the OFF / ON cycle, Tongkat Ali is most effective when used continuously for a period of 4 to 12 weeks. Most clinical trials on Tongkat Ali is based on daily use for a prolonged period.
I’m using a tongkat Ali that is 200:1. Is that more potent?
Tongkat Ali potency is measured not by the extraction ratio (i.e 200:1, or 100:1 or even 500:1). The extraction method is vital to determine the level of potency and efficacy in delivering the required benefits. The best Tongkat Ali extract is the standardized extract which guarantees the level of bioactive ingredients for each batch of Tongkat Ali extract produced. You may learn more about Tongkat Ali potency and efficacy here:
https://akarali.com/tongkat-ali-potency/
Hi, can I take tongkat if I suffer from anxiety? I’m on tablets Avanza 30mg once daily at night.
Further to my message I train twice a day and also an athlete, been looking for a natural product for awhile.
Hi there, yes you can take Tongkat Ali if you suffer from anxiety. Tongkat Ali improves cortisol and increases dopamine. However, please monitor any adverse or negative reaction from Tongkat Ali.
I followed recommended tongkat ali dosage by Dr. Huberman and it worked pretty well. I took 200mg (1 capsule) of AKARALI tongkat ali which i bought recently, and it gave me a moderate increase of libido. But when i changed my dosage to 400mg, it went from moderate to beyond my expectations. My libido skyrocketed every morning, and I when i did my blood test two weeks ago, my free testosterone improved by 145%. I took Tongkat Ali with multivitamins on the side and i keep myself fit with 4 days of cardio every week. Knowing tongkat ali dosage makes a lot of difference to your testosterone. Best to keep it between 200mg to 400mg daily.
Hi everyone! Need some answers here. Various articles mentioned that the ideal Tongkat Ali daily dosage for improved ED is around 200mg? what happens if you take 600mg daily? I bought akarali recently and the recommended dosage is 200mg, but I am 120kg. Does it have any libido effect on obesity? and should i change my daily dose to 600mg due to my weight? My friend told me Tongkat Ali is way safe and better than Viagra as a long-term solution for my ED problems provided you increase your dosage. Thoughts anyone?
Hi, What’s the recommended daily dosage for using TongKat Ali 1:10 ratio to treat ED and boost libido?
The recommended dosage for Tongkat Ali to boost libido is 200mg daily based on 200:1 ratio extract.
The recommended Tongkat Ali dosage for libido and ED is 400mg daily for a duration of 12 weeks. This dosage is ideally used together with Kegel exercises to get maximum libido effects from Tongkat Ali.