Vitex Chaste Tree Berry
Due to potential hormonal effects, this herb may affect menstruation or cause headaches taken in large doses or long-term. Do not use during pregnancy. Chaste berry may also decrease the effectiveness of birth control pills and dopamine-decreasing medications, such as antipsychotic drugs.
Drug contraindications may be found here: https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-968/vitex-agnus-castus
Black Cohosh
Those with hormone-sensitive conditions effected by estrogen such as endometriosis, fibroids, ovarian cancer, uterine cancer etc. may worsen estrogenic conditions. It is recommended that you speak to a health care professional before using black cohosh in these cases. Also those with liver disease should seek medical advice before using.
Find drug contraindications here: https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-857/black-cohosh
Burdock Root
Use with caution if there is a history of kidney disorders or gastrointestinal problems. Stop taking burdock 2 weeks before surgery as it could increase risk of bleeding.
Find drug contraindications here: https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-111/burdock
Wild Yam
-Do not use during pregnancy or nursing. - Those with hormone-sensitive conditions effected by estrogen such as endometriosis, fibroids, ovarian cancer, uterine cancer etc. may worsen estrogenic conditions. It is recommended that you speak to a health care professional before using black cohosh in these cases. Find drug contraindications here: https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-970/wild-yam
Lemon Balm
Stop taking 2 weeks prior to surgery. Those on thyroid medications should precede with caution and check with your doctor before use. Drug contraindications may be found here: https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-437/lemon-balm
Raspberry Leaf
Those with hormone-sensitive conditions effected by estrogen such as endometriosis, fibroids, ovarian cancer, uterine cancer etc. may worsen estrogenic conditions. If pregnant do not use during 1st and 2nd trimester, may be safe for 3rd, please consultant your O.B. or midwife. Find drug contraindications here: https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-309/red-raspberry
Tulsi Holy Basil
Use during pregnancy is not recommended due to lack of safety data. (Do your own research.) Those with hypothyroidism should proceed with caution and consult your doctor. Tulsi use should be stopped 2 weeks before surgery. Find drug contraindications here: https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-1101/holy-basil
Burdock Root
Use with caution if there is a history of kidney disorders or gastrointestinal problems. Stop taking burdock 2 weeks before surgery as it could increase risk of bleeding.
Find drug contraindications here: https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-111/burdock
We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.
