What is the function of Agnus castus in homeopathy?
Agnus castus is also used in human homeopathy as the mother tincture as well as in lower concentrations. In human phytotherapy, the drug (dried fruits of Vitex agnus-castus) is used for treatment of mastodynia and symptoms related to female cycle disorders. Agnus castus is used to treat cases where the menses either last from ten to eighteen days, or are suppressed, with drawing pains in the abdomen. The medicine is indicated for women prone to hysterical episodes, occasional metrorrhagia (abnormal uterine bleeding) and uterine prolapse.Agnus castus is also used in human homeopathy as the mother tincture as well as in lower concentrations. In human phytotherapy, the drug (dried fruits of Vitex agnus-castus) is used for treatment of mastodynia and symptoms related to female cycle disorders.Medicines containing agnus-castus extract are well-tolerated and seem to produce few side effects (2,9,13,15,18). In a large open-enrollment study without a placebo, the most common side effects were skin problems, such as itchiness and some mild gastrointestinal symptoms (13).Traditionally, Agnus Castus is used for its ability to improve conditions that affect women’s reproductive system such as PMS – it is known to help with common PMS symptoms including irritability, breast pain or tenderness and cramps.
Does Agnus Castus lower testosterone?
LH and testosterone levels. Spearmint (Mentha spicata [Labiatae]) Spearmint, usually taken in the form of tea, has been thought for many years to have testosterone reducing properties.The main findings of this review indicate that 2 herbal extracts, fenugreek seed extracts and ashwagandha root and root/leaf extracts, have positive effects on testosterone concentrations in men. Also, some evidence exists for another herb and herbal extract, Asian red ginseng and forskohlii root extract.
Is agnus castus safe to use?
Vitex agnus-castus is typically considered safe. Researchers report that 30–40 mg of dried fruit extracts, 3–6 grams of dried herb, or 1 gram of dried fruit per day appear safe (9). Reported side effects tend to be minor and include ( 41 ): nausea. Vitex agnus-castus is a herb, also known as Chaste Tree, Chasteberry and Monk’s Pepper. It is mostly marketed for menstrual disorders, including symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and/or menopause, as well as for acne.