Vitex (Vitex agnus-castus) is a shrub used since Greek antiquity for its ability to improve the functioning of the female reproductive system, and in Turkish medicine as a digestive, antifungal and anti-anxiety aid.
Effects and Benefits
Numerous modern studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of Vitex in premenstrual syndrome (dysmenorrhoea, irregular cycle, bloating, acne), pre-menopausal symptoms, menopause, infertility problems and other conditions that can affect the female intimate health.
In a medical study, 1.93% of women given Vitex reported a decrease in the premenstrual symptoms, including: menstrual pain, depression, anxiety, food cravings.
Vitex helps to lower the levels of the hormone prolactin, which helps to rebalance other hormones, including oestrogen and progesterone – thus reducing the PMS symptoms.
The hormone balancing effects of Vitex 800 help in regulating the menstrual cycle and relieving the menopausal symptoms, easing the menstrual pain.
Hormonal Balance and Fertility, It:
- Reduces the premenstrual manifestations (hot flashes, irritability, breast engorgement, mood disorders, menstrual pain, pain in the head or upper neck area, sleep disorders)
- Regulates the menstrual cycle, reduces the incidence of ovarian cysts
- Improves fertility
- Reduces the prolactin levels and its secretory manifestations in the pituitary gland
- Increases the progesterone levels.
- Reduces the manifestations of premenopause and menopause
- Balances the estrogen/progesterone ratio
- Improves the breast milk production
- Alleviates the headaches
- Has antibacterial and antifungal effects
- Contributes to joint mobility and flexibility
- Provides a good mood and calms the anxiety episodes
- Increases the melatonin levels
Indications
- Premenstrual syndrome (PMS): acne, breast tension, menstrual pain, bloating, nervousness, weight gain;
- Relief from unpleasant symptoms during the cycle – dysmenorrhoea;
- Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD);
- Menstrual cycle irregularities, bleeding control;
- Breast nodules (mastodynia, fibrocystic mastopathy);
- Increase in female fertility;
- Prevention of miscarriage;
- Low progesterone level;
- Reduction of menopausal symptoms.
Precautions
Do not use Vitex agnus-castus if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, suffer from endometriosis, uterine fibroids, or cancer of the breast, uterus or ovaries, or if you are undergoing an in vitro fertilization procedure. It may affect the therapy for Parkinson’s disease, schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders. Vitex decreases the effectiveness of contraceptives. The use of an additional method of contraception, such as a condom, is indicated.
Administration
1 capsule per day with a glass of water at mealtime.
For the premenstrual syndrome and frequent menstrual cycles, Vitex is recommended to be used continuously for four to six months. Women with amenorrhoea (lack of menstruation) can take Vitex for 12 to 18 months, unless pregnancy occurs during the treatment.
Composition:
Active ingredients/vegetable capsule: | Amount / 1 cps. | %VNR* |
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Vitex/Mielarea/Vitex agnus-castus (standardized 4:1 extract of fruit, equivalent to 800mg herb) | 200 mg | ** |
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