evening primrose
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What is evening primrose?
Generic Name: evening primrose
Other Brand Names:
Evening Primrose Oil, Primrose Oil
Evening primrose is a flowering plant also known as Oenothera biennis, scabish, king's cureall,
night willow herb, sun drop, and fever plant.
Evening primrose has been used in alternative medicine as an aid in treating heart disease, high
cholesterol, circulation problems, premenstrual syndrome, endometriosis, breast pain, certain symptoms
of menopause, eczema, psoriasis, acne, osteoporosis, and multiple sclerosis. It has also been used in
cancer, Alzheimer's disease, asthma, diabetes, hyperactivity, and stomach or intestinal disorders.
Not all uses for evening primrose have been approved by the FDA. Evening primrose
should not be substituted for medications prescribed for you by your doctor.
Evening primrose is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing
standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be
contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a
reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.
Evening primrose may also be used for other purposes not listed in this product guide.
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