| Scientific: | Serenoa repens |
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| Other: | Saw Palmetto |
| Family: | Arecaceae |
Reproductive (male)
• benign prostatic hyperlasia (BPH)
• prostatitis
• male pattern balding
• alopecia
• impotence
• erectile dysfunction (ED)
• male infertility
Reproductive (female)
• androgen excess
• polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
• hirsutism
• alopecia
• dysmenorrhea
• Antiinflammatory
• Male Tonic
• Diuretic
• Astringent
• Phytosterols (E.g. Beta-Sitosterol)
• Fixed Oils
• Tannins
• Tincture (1:5 60% EtOH): 1-2ml tid
• Decoction (dried berries): 2-4 tsp tid
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