৳ 15/unit
Pack: ৳ 75
৳ 15/unit
Pack: ৳ 75
At a glance
Evening Primrose Oil is used for premenstrual syndrome (PMS), benign breast disease and cyclical mastalgia, lactation, atopic eczema, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and promoting healthy skin. It is rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an essential fatty acid.
Indications
- Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
- Benign breast disease and cyclical mastalgia
- Lactation
- Atopic, allergic, and neurodermatitis
- Psoriasis
- Hypertension
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Thrombosis
- Atopic eczema
Pharmacology
Evening Primrose Oil supplies GLA, bypassing the rate-limiting step in LA metabolism. GLA is rapidly absorbed and converts directly to DGLA and other prostaglandin precursors. It improves EFA composition of plasma, erythrocyte, and platelet lipids and acts on the prostanoid pathway.
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- Atopic & allergic dermatitis: 1 capsule twice daily
- Benign breast disease & mastalgia: 1 capsule 2-3 times daily with or after meal
- PMS: 1 capsule twice daily (morning & night) with or after meal
- Rheumatoid arthritis: 1 capsule daily
Pediatric Dose:
- Atopic dermatitis: 1 capsule 1/2 times daily
Side effects
Side Effects:
- Rare at recommended dosages
- Overdose may cause loose stool and abdominal pain
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: According to WHO, pregnant women should get 5% of daily caloric intake from EFAs; considered safe during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
- Previously not recommended for schizophrenia patients; recent clinical trials showed no clear therapeutic or adverse effect
Overdose effects
Overdose may cause loose stool and abdominal pain; treatment: reduce dose or discontinue.
Storage conditions
Store below 25°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight; keep out of reach of children.