Use of Saw Palmetto and Pygeum in Men
Author(s): Weise Gill Sr
Issue: Mar/Apr 1999 - Compounding for Men's Health
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Page(s): 99-100
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Abstract: Saw palmetto has been used historically to treat prostate hypertrophy, and it is used today in compounding. It should be purchased only from a reputable vendor. The author discusses compounding saw palmetto, dosing of capsules, indications, conditions, what pharmacists can incorporate in practice, mode of action and pygeum.
Related Keywords: prostate enlargement, zinc, pyogeum, testosterone, dihydrotestosterone