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Saw palmetto capsules have anti-inflammatory and diuretic action and can be used to treat urinary tract infections and asthma. It also acts in the treatment of hair loss and benign prostatic hyperplasia, as it inhibits the enzyme that breaks down the hormone testosterone into another hormone called DHT that causes enlargement of the prostate cells and causes baldness.
Saw Palmetto is the extract of the fruits of a medicinal plant called saw palmetto or Serenoa repens, a palm from the United States, which is sold in capsule formula.
Saw Palmetto can be found at compounding pharmacies or health stores, but should only be taken with a doctor's prescription.
Saw Palmetto capsule indications
Saw Palmetto is indicated for the treatment of hair loss, urinary infections, cystitis, enlarged prostate, benign prostate tumor, prostatitis, impotence, premature ejaculation, asthma, bronchitis and cough.
Saw Palmetto capsules price
The price of Saw Palmetto is approximately 63 reais.
How to use Saw Palmetto capsules
How to use Saw Palmetto consists of taking 1 capsule at the end of breakfast and after dinner.
Side effects of Saw Palmetto capsules
Side effects of Saw Palmetto can be changes in taste, diarrhea or constipation, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain and hives.
Contraindications for Saw Palmetto capsules
Saw Palmetto is contraindicated for pregnant and breastfeeding women, and for patients with hypersensitivity to any of the components of the formula.
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