What is Pygeum?
Pygeum africanum is a large evergreen tree found in central and
southern Africa. The extracts from the bark contain several
compounds thought to be helpful in prostate health and have been
used for more than *0 years in France, Germany, and Austria for
patients suffering with prostate enlargement.
Nonmalignant enlargement of the prostate that occurs in most men
over *0, can lead to urinary frequency and nocturia (waking up at
night to go to the bathroom). Frequent interruption of sleep leads
to daytime tiredness. The pharmacologic use of plants and herbs for
the treatment of BPH has been growing steadily and a well-known
herb used for this purpose is saw palmetto. The extract of the
African prune tree, pygeum africanum, is one of several herbal
agents used by many men.
Some of the less researched, traditional uses of pygeum include use
as an aphrodisiac, fever, impotence, kidney disease, malaria, hair
loss, partial bladder outlet obstruction (BOO), urinary tract
infections, inflammation, malaria, prostatic adenoma, prostatitis,
and psychosis.
In herbal medicine, pygeum is typically used in treatment of the
following conditions:
• inflammation
• kidney disease
• male baldness
• stomach upset
• urinary tract disorders
For adults, take one (1) softgel twice daily, preferably with a
meal.
Warning: If
you are pregnant, nursing or taking any medications, consult your
doctor before use. Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any
adverse reactions occur. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Store in a
cool, dry place.
