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saw palmetto extract — Definition

palmetto özütü / saw palmetto extract
Palmetto extract is a herbal extract derived from the fruits of Serenoa repens plant. Clinically, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is used in the management of symptoms and is thought to reduce dihydrotestosterone levels by inhibiting 5α-reductase enzyme. Also, thanks to its anti-androgenic and anti-inflammatory properties, it can slow the growth of the prostate. Although evidence is limited to effectiveness, it is potential to improve the flow of urine and reduce the frequency of urination at night.
Turkish
🇹🇷 palmetto özütü
English
🇬🇧 saw palmetto extract
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❓ What is palmetto özütü?
palmetto özütü; palmetto extract is a herbal extract derived from the fruits of Serenoa repens plant. Clinically, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is used in the management of symptoms and is thought to reduce dihydrotestosterone levels by inhibiting 5α-reductase enzyme. Also, thanks to its anti-androgenic and anti-inflammatory properties, it can slow the growth of the prostate. Although evidence is limited to effectiveness, it is potential to improve the flow of urine and reduce the frequency of urination at night.
❓ What is saw palmetto extract in Turkish?
The Turkish equivalent of "saw palmetto extract" is palmetto özütü.
❓ Which medical field is palmetto özütü related to?
This term belongs to the Drugs category.