Blackmores Proseren® contains a clinically trialled dose of the herb saw
palmetto which has been shown to relieve the symptoms of medically diagnosed
benign prostatic hypertrophy (benign enlargement of the prostate) and may
assist in the management of this condition.
Features and benefits
- Clinically trialled extract and dose of saw palmetto.
- Relieves symptoms of medically diagnosed benign prostatic
hypertrophy including frequent day and night urination, difficulty in
starting and finishing urination and a weak urinary flow.
- Easy-to-swallow capsule.
How it works
- Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) is a slow progressive enlargement
of the prostate gland. Symptoms include frequent urination (particularly
at night), hesitancy and impairment of urinary stream.
- Results of clinical trials indicate that saw palmetto can assist in
the relief of symptoms of BPH. The actual mechanisms of action of saw
palmetto in BPH are still not clear, but are thought to be due to its
ability to reduce inflammation and oedema and reduce smooth muscle
spasm. Saw palmetto has been shown to improve bladder emptying and
urinary tract symptoms, such as night time urination and poor urine
flow.
- Of particular interest is that scientific review of evidence for the
use of saw palmetto concluded that it decreases the symptoms of BPH,
with few side effects and no changes to PSA levels. Saw palmetto does
not artificially lower PSA levels.
Dosage
Adults - Take 1 capsule twice a day with meals, or as professionally
prescribed.
Contraindications & Cautions
- Consult your doctor before use and ensure your condition has been
diagnosed as benign prostatic enlargement.
- May occasionally cause mild gastrointestinal symptoms.
- If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional.
Active Ingredients Per Capsule
Serenoa serrulata (Saw palmetto)
extract equivalent to dry fruit
standardised to contain fatty acids |
1.6 g (1600 mg)
144 mg |
Physical Description
An opaque orange, unprinted, oval, soft gelatin capsule.
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