Chaste Tree

Chaste Tree Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.

Chaste Tree is obtained from dry fruits of Vitex agnus-castus. The fruits contain mixture of iridoids, flavonoids and compounds in leaves and flowers that structurally resemble sex hormones. Clinical studies demonstrates effectiveness of vitex agnus-castus fruit extract in the management of premenstrual stress syndrome (PMS) and cyclical breast pain (mastalgia). The main mechanism of action of vitex agnus-castus fruit extract has not been fully elucidated, however it is suggested to modulate the stress-induced prolactin secretion via dopaminergic actions, and μ (mu) - and δ (delta) -opioid receptors.

Trade Name Chaste Tree
Generic Vitex agnus-castus fruit extract
Vitex agnus-castus fruit extract Other Names Agni casti fructus, Chaste tree
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Groups Experimental
Therapeutic Class
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Last Updated: September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am
Chaste Tree
Chaste Tree

Uses

Chaste Tree is a herbal product used to treat an irregular menstrual period, premenstrual symptoms, and mastodynia

Chaste Tree is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Breast Pain, Menstrual Cycle Abnormal, Premenstrual Syndrome

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