Vitex agnus-castus Treatment Report
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See also: Herbal Supplements
What is Vitex agnus-castus? 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.
Reasons Taken
3 patients in the community are taking or have taken Vitex agnus-castus.
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients |
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| Other | 2 | 66% |
| General health | 1 | 33% |
Dosages
Based on the patients currently taking Vitex agnus-castus.
| 1000 mg day | ||
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Duration
How long current patients have been taking Vitex agnus-castus or how long patients were taking Vitex agnus-castus before stopping.
Currently taking Vitex agnus-castus
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