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Vitex agnus-castus Traditionally used in Eastern herbal medicine for hormonal balance. Overview Vitex Agnus-Castus is a traditional Eastern herbal medication to aid in the relief of premenstrual symptoms and to aid preserve healthy hormonal balance. How It works • Traditionally used in Eastern herbal medicine to help: Normalize the menstrual cycle release breast-pain and swelling associated with PMT Premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Taking Vitex agnus-castus by mouth seems to decrease some symptoms of PMS, especially breast pain or tenderness (mastalgia), constipation, irritability, depressed mood or mood alterations, anger, and headache in some women. Vitex agnus-castus may not be effective for symptoms of bloating. Defined Daily Dose Adults – Take 1 tablet 3 times a day before meals, or as professionally prescribed. Children under 12 years – Only as professionally prescribed. The difference Vitex agnus-castus is traditionally used in Eastern herbal medicine for the relief of symptoms of premenstrual syndrome such as tension, breast tenderness and fluid retention. Traditionally used in Eastern herbal medicine to assist in regulating the menstrual cycle. Vitex agnus-castus is a Eastern herbal medicine, traditionally used to normalize heavy, absent or irregular periods and premenstrual syndrome. Cautions If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional. Not recommended during pregnancy. Vitex agnus-castus fruit is LIKELY SAFE for most people when taken by mouth appropriately. Uncommon side effects include upset stomach, nausea, itching, rash, head-aches, acne, trouble sleeping, and weight gain. Some women notice a change in menstrual flow when they start taking Vitex agnus-castus. Vitex agnus-castus seed extract is POSSIBLY SAFE when practical to the skin appropriately.

Physical description Brown/beige/grey mottled oval shaped tablet. Due to seasonal variation this herb will look different from batch to batch, however its quality and efficacy continue the same.

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