Pygeum

Pygeum

Pygeum

What are other common names?

• Prunus africana

• Pygeum africanum

• Afrikanische Kirsche
• Afrikanische Pflaume
• Afrikanischer Pflaumenbaum
• Afrikanische Pflaume
• Afrikanisches Pygeum
• Amande Amère
• Ciruelo Africano
• Prunier d’Afrique
• Prunus africana (Hook. f.) Kalkm
• Pygeum Africanus
• Rotes Stinkholz
• Rosaceae

What is this product used for?

Pygeum can help with the symptoms of an enlarged prostate. This is called benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH. It has been used to treat urinary problems.

What precautions should be taken when taking this product?

• Always consult your doctor before using any natural product. Some products may not combine well with other medicines or natural products.

• Do not use this product if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant soon. When taking this product, use a birth control method you can trust.

• Do not use this product if you are breastfeeding.

• If you are already using a prostate health product, talk to your doctor before using this product.

What should I pay attention to?

• stomach pain

• abdominal cramps

• Headache

• constipation

When do I have to call the doctor?

• Signs of a very bad reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; Fever; Itching; bad cough; blue skin color; seizures; Swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat. Go to the emergency room immediately.

• Very bad vomiting

• Very severe stomach pain

• Very bad loose stools

Date of last review

May 9, 2019

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