What is Saw palmetto?
CATEGORY: Supplements
TYPES:Generic: Saw palmettoBrand:
Saw palmetto, also known as Serenoa repens and Sabal serrulata, is often used for symptoms associated with benign prostatic hypertrophy (enlargement of the prostate).
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How do members experience Saw palmetto?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benign prostatic hyperplasia | 12 | 3 | |
| General health | 6 | 1 | |
| Bladder problems | 3 | 1 | |
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 1 | 0 | |
| Hair loss | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Anticipatory anxiety | 1 | |
| Dizziness with hypotension upon standing | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 1 | |
| Mild | 1 | |
| None | 4 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on Dec 30, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for Prostate health: Can't tell
- Side effects: None
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