Chasteberry (Catera Hamilton, Purdue College of Pharmacy

Recommendations

I believe that this supplement is considered safe and would be a great option to an individual who may struggle with menstrual cycle disorders and premenstrual syndrome. If you are on other medications, I would recommend consulting with your physician before starting this supplement.

~ C. Hamilton

References

Facts and comparisons®: Drug Referential Resource. Chaste Tree (Natural Products Database). httpswww.wolterskluwer.co m/en/solutions/lexicomp/ facts-and-comparisons. Accessed February 25, 2022.

IBM Micromedex. Vitex Agnus Castus. https:// www.micromedexsolutions. com. Accessed February 25, 2022.

Rafieian-Kopaei M, Movahedi M.Systematic Review of Premenstrual, Postmenstrual

Adverse Reactions

Chasteberry is safe. It is not aassociated with any major adverse reactions. Minor reactions include gastrointestinal reactions, rash, headache, pruritus, fatigue and acne.

Food and Drug Interactions

There are no known food interactions. Chasteberry has dopamine agonist activity so interactions with dopamine agonists and dopamine receptors antagonists, fertility and contraceptive drugs is possible. Chasteberry is contraindicated in women who are breastfeeding.

Article Summary

The main points from the research done for the effectiveness of Chasteberry shows that the dopaminergic compounds in Chasteberry contribute to improve a multitude of premenstrual syndrome symptoms. It is beneficial in post-menstrual cases, as well as contribute to the treatment of infertility in both men and women.

https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/chasteberry