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 |
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Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
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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