What is Vitex agnus-castus?
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Vitex agnus-castus is the Latin name for the herb also commonly called Monks Pepper, chasteberry and vitex. It acts as a stimulate for the pituitary gland to produce more progesterone and less prolactin. It does not contain hormones, but only stimulates the pituitary gland.
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How do members experience Vitex agnus-castus?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Support hormone balance | 3 | 1 | |
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 1 | 0 | |
| Fibrocystic breast tissue | 1 | 0 | |
| General health | 1 | 0 | |
| Hirsutism (excessive hair growth) | 1 | 0 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 0 | |
| None | 1 |
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